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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 32›HS 3204.18

NCM 3204.18.20

Dyes; carotenoid colouring matters and preparations based thereon

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

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NCM 3204.18.20 is the Brazilian tariff code for dyes; carotenoid colouring matters and preparations based thereon. 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 3204.18.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 32Tanning or dyeing extracts; dyes, pigments, paints
3204Synthetic organic colouring matter and preparations based thereon; synthetic organic products used as fluorescent brightening agents or as luminophores; whether or not chemically defined
3204.18Dyes; carotenoid colouring matters and preparations based thereon
3204.18.20
Dyes; carotenoid colouring matters and preparations based thereon

Official Brazilian text: Preparações que contenham beta-caroteno, ésteres metílico ou etílico do ácido 8'-apo-beta-carotenoico ou cantaxantina, com óleos vegetais, amido, gelatina, sacarose ou dextrina, próprias para colorir alimentos

Tax breakdown for NCM 3204.18.20

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 3204.18

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $44.5M of products under HS heading 3204.18 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$11.0M24.8%
2France
$10.3M23.2%
3USA
$9.2M20.8%
4India
$6.4M14.5%
5Germany
$2.6M5.9%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3204.18 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 3204.18

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
3204.18.10Carotenoides0%0%Calculate →
3204.18.30Outras preparações próprias para colorir alimentos10.8%0%Calculate →
3204.18.90Outras12.6%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 3204.18.20 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3204.18.20 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. Apply before shipping.
  4. 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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