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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 32›HS 3203.00

NCM 3203.00.21

Colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin, including dyeing extracts not animal black, whether or not chemically defined; preparations based on colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

9%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
—
Ex-Tarifário
Calc
Full landed cost

NCM 3203.00.21 is the Brazilian tariff code for colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin, including dyeing extracts not animal black, whether or not chemically defined; preparations based on colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin. This code carries 9% 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 3203.00.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 32Tanning or dyeing extracts; dyes, pigments, paints
3203Colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin (including dyeing extracts, not animal black); whether or not chemically defined; preparations based on colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin
3203.00Colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin, including dyeing extracts not animal black, whether or not chemically defined; preparations based on colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin
3203.00.21
Colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin, including dyeing extracts not animal black, whether or not chemically defined; preparations based on colouring matter of vegetable or animal origin

Official Brazilian text: Carmim de cochonilha

Tax breakdown for NCM 3203.00.21

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
9%
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 3203.00

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $51.6M of products under HS heading 3203.00 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1Peru
$24.3M47.2%
2USA
$8.8M17%
3China
$3.0M5.8%
4France
$2.7M5.3%
5Netherlands
$1.7M3.3%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3203.00 details →

Regulatory agencies

ANVISAIBAMA

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

EU-Mercosur impact

Tariff elimination over 7-10 years. European specialty coatings and inks benefit.

Other NCM codes under HS 3203.00

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
3203.00.11Hemateína0%0%Calculate →
3203.00.12Fisetina0%0%Calculate →
3203.00.13Morina0%0%Calculate →
3203.00.19Outras9%0%Calculate →
3203.00.29Outras9%0%Calculate →
3203.00.30Preparações indicadas na Nota 3 do presente Capítulo, à base de matérias corantes de origem vegetal ou animal9%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 3203.00.21 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3203.00.21 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 9%, 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. Apply before shipping.
  4. Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.

Brazil Import Taxes Explained

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Regulatory Agencies

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