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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 38›HS 3815.90

NCM 3815.90.10

Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, unsupported, n.e.c. or included

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

3.6%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
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NCM 3815.90.10 is the Brazilian tariff code for reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, unsupported, n.e.c. or included. This code carries 3.6% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 5 NCM codes under HS heading 3815.90.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 38Miscellaneous chemical products
3815Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations n.e.c. or included
3815.90Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, unsupported, n.e.c. or included
3815.90.10
Reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, unsupported, n.e.c. or included

Official Brazilian text: Para craqueamento de petróleo

Tax breakdown for NCM 3815.90.10

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
3.6%
IPIExcise tax
0%
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 3815.90

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $87.2M of products under HS heading 3815.90 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1USA
$27.9M32%
2France
$11.9M13.7%
3Germany
$11.6M13.3%
4China
$7.2M8.3%
5Qatar
$6.1M7%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3815.90 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 3815.90

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
3815.90.91Tendo como substância ativa o isoprenilalumínio (IPRA)0%6.5%Calculate →
3815.90.92Tendo como substância ativa o óxido de zinco10.8%6.5%Calculate →
3815.90.93Tendo como substância ativa óxidos de terras raras0%6.5%Calculate →
3815.90.99Outros3.6%6.5%Calculate →

How to import NCM 3815.90.10 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3815.90.10 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 3.6%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), 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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