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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 32›HS 3210.00

NCM 3210.00.20

Paints and varnishes; (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

12.6%
Import Duty (II)
6.5%
IPI
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NCM 3210.00.20 is the Brazilian tariff code for paints and varnishes; (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather. 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 3 NCM codes under HS heading 3210.00.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 32Tanning or dyeing extracts; dyes, pigments, paints
3210Paints and varnishes (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), excluding those of heading no. 3209, prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather
3210.00Paints and varnishes; (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather
3210.00.20
Paints and varnishes; (including enamels, lacquers and distempers), prepared water pigments of a kind used for finishing leather

Official Brazilian text: Vernizes

Tax breakdown for NCM 3210.00.20

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 3210.00

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $14.4M of products under HS heading 3210.00 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1#380
$4.4M30.7%
2USA
$3.1M21.2%
3Netherlands
$2.7M18.6%
4Germany
$1.5M10.2%
5Spain
$538K3.7%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3210.00 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 3210.00

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
3210.00.10Tintas12.6%6.5%Calculate →
3210.00.30Pigmentos a água preparados, do tipo utilizado para acabamento de couros12.6%6.5%Calculate →

How to import NCM 3210.00.20 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3210.00.20 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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How to Export to Brazil

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Regulatory Agencies

ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA — which products need pre-approval?

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