NCM 3002.42.50
Vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products; for veterinary medicine
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 3002.42.50 is the Brazilian tariff code for vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products; for veterinary medicine. This code carries 3.6% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 9 NCM codes under HS heading 3002.42.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Contra a leptospirose
Tax breakdown for NCM 3002.42.50
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 3002.42
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $465.7M of products under HS heading 3002.42 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3002.42 details →
Regulatory agencies
Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.
EU-Mercosur impact
Pharmaceutical tariffs being eliminated over 10 years. EU pharma companies benefit from mutual recognition provisions.
Other NCM codes under HS 3002.42
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3002.42.10 | Contra a raiva | 3.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3002.42.20 | Contra a coccidiose | 3.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3002.42.30 | Contra a querato-conjuntivite | 3.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3002.42.40 | Contra a cinomose | 3.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3002.42.60 | Contra a febre aftosa | 3.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3002.42.70 | Contra as seguintes enfermidades: de Newcastle, a vírus vivo ou vírus inativo; de Gumboro, a vírus vivo ou vírus inativo; bronquite, a vírus vivo ou vírus inativo; difteroviruela, a vírus vivo; síndrome de queda de postura (EDS); salmonelose aviária, elaborada com cepa 9R; cólera de aves, inativadas | 3.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3002.42.80 | Vacinas combinadas contra as enfermidades citadas no item 3002.42.70 | 3.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3002.42.90 | Outras | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 3002.42.50 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3002.42.50 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 3.6%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from ANVISA. Apply before shipping.
- Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.
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Regulatory Agencies
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