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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 29›HS 2937.21

NCM 2937.21.30

Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone (dehydrocortisone) and prednisolone (dehydrohydrocortisone)

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

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NCM 2937.21.30 is the Brazilian tariff code for steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone (dehydrocortisone) and prednisolone (dehydrohydrocortisone). 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 4 NCM codes under HS heading 2937.21.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 29Organic chemicals
2937Hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, natural or reproduced by synthesis; derivatives and structural analogues thereof, including chain modified polypeptides, used primarily as hormones.
2937.21Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone (dehydrocortisone) and prednisolone (dehydrohydrocortisone)
2937.21.30
Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone (dehydrocortisone) and prednisolone (dehydrohydrocortisone)

Official Brazilian text: Prednisona (deidrocortisona)

Tax breakdown for NCM 2937.21.30

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 2937.21

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $30.1M of products under HS heading 2937.21 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$26.9M89.3%
2#380
$2.5M8.2%
3USA
$663K2.2%
4India
$33K0.1%
5Spain
$33K0.1%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 2937.21 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 2937.21

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
2937.21.10Cortisona0%0%Calculate →
2937.21.20Hidrocortisona0%0%Calculate →
2937.21.40Prednisolona (deidroidrocortisona)0%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 2937.21.30 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 2937.21.30 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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