NCM 3004.50.50
Medicaments; containing vitamins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic use, packaged for retail sale
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 3004.50.50 is the Brazilian tariff code for medicaments; containing vitamins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic use, packaged for retail sale. This code carries 7.2% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 7 NCM codes under HS heading 3004.50.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: D-Pantotenato de cálcio; vitamina D3 (colecalciferol)
Tax breakdown for NCM 3004.50.50
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 3004.50
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $68.3M of products under HS heading 3004.50 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3004.50 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 3004.50
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3004.50.10 | Folinato de cálcio (leucovorina) | 7.2% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3004.50.20 | Nicotinamida | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3004.50.30 | Hidroxocobalamina ou seus sais; cianocobalamina | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3004.50.40 | Vitamina A1 (retinol) ou seus derivados, exceto o ácido retinoico (tretinoína) | 12.6% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3004.50.60 | Ácido retinoico (tretinoína) | 7.2% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 3004.50.90 | Outros | 7.2% | 0% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 3004.50.50 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3004.50.50 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 7.2%, 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.
Brazil Import Taxes Explained
Complete guide to the 7 cascading taxes on every import.
How to Export to Brazil
Step-by-step guide for foreign companies.
Regulatory Agencies
ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA — which products need pre-approval?
Calculate your landed cost for NCM 3004.50.50
Enter CIF value and get a breakdown of all 7 Brazilian import taxes.