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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 38›HS 3801.30

NCM 3801.30.10

Carbonaceous pastes; for electrodes and similar pastes for furnace linings

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

0%
Import Duty (II)
6.5%
IPI
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NCM 3801.30.10 is the Brazilian tariff code for carbonaceous pastes; for electrodes and similar pastes for furnace linings. This code carries 0% 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 3801.30.

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
3801.30Carbonaceous pastes; for electrodes and similar pastes for furnace linings
3801.30.10
Carbonaceous pastes; for electrodes and similar pastes for furnace linings

Official Brazilian text: Pasta carbonada para eletrodos

Tax breakdown for NCM 3801.30.10

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
0%
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 3801.30

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $2.5M of products under HS heading 3801.30 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$1.8M74.3%
2India
$479K19.5%
3South Africa
$52K2.1%
4USA
$47K1.9%
5United Arab Emirates
$47K1.9%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3801.30 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 3801.30

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
3801.30.90Outras0%6.5%Calculate →

How to import NCM 3801.30.10 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3801.30.10 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 (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.

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Regulatory Agencies

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