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10,515 NCM codes · 5,612 HS headings
Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 38›HS 3801.20

NCM 3801.20.90

Graphite; colloidal or semi-colloidal

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

9%
Import Duty (II)
6.5%
IPI
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NCM 3801.20.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for graphite; colloidal or semi-colloidal. This code carries 9% import duty (II) and 6.5% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 3801.20.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 38Miscellaneous chemical products
3801Artificial graphite; colloidal or semi-colloidal graphite; preparations based on graphite or other carbon in the form of pastes, blocks, plates or other semi-manufactures
3801.20Graphite; colloidal or semi-colloidal
3801.20.90
Graphite; colloidal or semi-colloidal

Official Brazilian text: Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 3801.20.90

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
9%
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 3801.20

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $1.1M of products under HS heading 3801.20 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1USA
$396K34.8%
2Germany
$309K27.2%
3#380
$199K17.6%
4Mexico
$99K8.7%
5Argentina
$39K3.5%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3801.20 details →

Regulatory agencies

ANVISAIBAMA

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

EU-Mercosur impact

Most products see tariff elimination over 7-10 years. Diagnostic reagents and specialty chemicals benefit.

Other NCM codes under HS 3801.20

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
3801.20.10Suspensão semicoloidal em óleos minerais9%6.5%Calculate →

How to import NCM 3801.20.90 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3801.20.90 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 (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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Regulatory Agencies

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