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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 34›HS 3405.40

NCM 3405.40.00

Scouring pastes and powders and other scouring preparations; (whether or not in the form of paper, wadding, felt, nonwovens, cellular plastics, cellular rubber, impregnated, coated or covered)

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

14.4%
Import Duty (II)
6.5%
IPI
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NCM 3405.40.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for scouring pastes and powders and other scouring preparations; (whether or not in the form of paper, wadding, felt, nonwovens, cellular plastics, cellular rubber, impregnated, coated or covered). This code carries 14.4% import duty (II) and 6.5% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 34Soap; waxes; candles; modelling pastes
3405Polishes, creams, scouring pastes, powders and similar; in any form, (including articles impregnated, coated or covered with such), for furniture, footwear, floors, coachwork, glass or metal
3405.40Scouring pastes and powders and other scouring preparations; (whether or not in the form of paper, wadding, felt, nonwovens, cellular plastics, cellular rubber, impregnated, coated or covered)
3405.40.00
Scouring pastes and powders and other scouring preparations; (whether or not in the form of paper, wadding, felt, nonwovens, cellular plastics, cellular rubber, impregnated, coated or covered)

Official Brazilian text: - Pastas, pós e outras preparações para arear

Tax breakdown for NCM 3405.40.00

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
14.4%
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 3405.40

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $3.0M of products under HS heading 3405.40 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1Argentina
$2.7M88.7%
2USA
$195K6.4%
3#380
$66K2.2%
4China
$35K1.1%
5Germany
$22K0.7%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3405.40 details →

Regulatory agencies

ANVISA

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

EU-Mercosur impact

Full liberalization within 7-10 years.

How to import NCM 3405.40.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3405.40.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 14.4%, 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. 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

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

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