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Ch. 29›HS 2933.79

NCM 2933.79.10

Heterocyclic compounds; lactams; other than 6-hexanelactam (epsilon caprolactam) and clobazam (INN) and methyprylon (INN)

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

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NCM 2933.79.10 is the Brazilian tariff code for heterocyclic compounds; lactams; other than 6-hexanelactam (epsilon caprolactam) and clobazam (INN) and methyprylon (INN). This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 2933.79.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 29Organic chemicals
2933Heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only
2933.79Heterocyclic compounds; lactams; other than 6-hexanelactam (epsilon caprolactam) and clobazam (INN) and methyprylon (INN)
2933.79.10
Heterocyclic compounds; lactams; other than 6-hexanelactam (epsilon caprolactam) and clobazam (INN) and methyprylon (INN)

Official Brazilian text: Piracetam

Tax breakdown for NCM 2933.79.10

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
0%
IPIExcise tax
0%
PIS/COFINSSocial contributions
11.75%
ICMSState VAT — varies by state
17–20%
AFRMMMaritime freight surcharge
8%
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Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.

Trade overview — HS 2933.79

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $61.6M of products under HS heading 2933.79 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1India
$25.7M41.7%
2China
$17.7M28.7%
3USA
$9.9M16.1%
4Israel
$4.6M7.5%
5Belgium
$1.3M2.2%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2933.79 details →

Regulatory agencies

ANVISAIBAMAExército

Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.

EU-Mercosur impact

Gradual tariff elimination over 7-10 years. Pharmaceutical intermediates benefit significantly.

Other NCM codes under HS 2933.79

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
2933.79.90Outras0%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 2933.79.10 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2933.79.10 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 0%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
  3. Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from ANVISA, IBAMA, Exército. Apply before shipping.
  4. Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.

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