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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 38›HS 3815.19

NCM 3815.19.00

Catalysts, supported; reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with an active substance other than nickel or precious metals or their compounds, n.e.c. or included

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

0%
Import Duty (II)
6.5%
IPI
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NCM 3815.19.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for catalysts, supported; reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with an active substance other than nickel or precious metals or their compounds, n.e.c. or included. This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 6.5% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 38Miscellaneous chemical products
3815Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations n.e.c. or included
3815.19Catalysts, supported; reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with an active substance other than nickel or precious metals or their compounds, n.e.c. or included
3815.19.00
Catalysts, supported; reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with an active substance other than nickel or precious metals or their compounds, n.e.c. or included

Official Brazilian text: -- Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 3815.19.00

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 3815.19

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $196.7M of products under HS heading 3815.19 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1USA
$75.3M38.3%
2Germany
$42.4M21.6%
3#380
$32.1M16.3%
4China
$20.5M10.4%
5France
$9.1M4.6%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3815.19 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.

How to import NCM 3815.19.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3815.19.00 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.

Brazil Import Taxes Explained

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Regulatory Agencies

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

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