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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 32›HS 3208.90

NCM 3208.90.39

Paints and varnishes; based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

12.6%
Import Duty (II)
6.5%
IPI
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NCM 3208.90.39 is the Brazilian tariff code for paints and varnishes; based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium. This code carries 12.6% import duty (II) and 6.5% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 5 NCM codes under HS heading 3208.90.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 32Tanning or dyeing extracts; dyes, pigments, paints
3208Paints, varnishes; (enamels and lacquers) based on synthetic polymers or chemically modified natural polymers, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium
3208.90Paints and varnishes; based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium
3208.90.39
Paints and varnishes; based on polymers n.e.c. in heading no. 3208, dispersed or dissolved in a non-aqueous medium

Official Brazilian text: Outras

Tax breakdown for NCM 3208.90.39

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
12.6%
IPIExcise tax
6.5%
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 3208.90

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $167.8M of products under HS heading 3208.90 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1USA
$55.9M33.3%
2Germany
$31.3M18.6%
3#380
$12.8M7.6%
4United Kingdom
$10.5M6.3%
5France
$9.5M5.7%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3208.90 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 3208.90

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
3208.90.10Tintas12.6%3.25%Calculate →
3208.90.21À base de derivados de celulose12.6%3.25%Calculate →
3208.90.29Outros12.6%3.25%Calculate →
3208.90.31De silicones12.6%6.5%Calculate →

How to import NCM 3208.90.39 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3208.90.39 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 12.6%, but Brazil adds IPI (6.5%), 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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