NCM 3901.20.29
Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 3901.20.29 is the Brazilian tariff code for ethylene polymers; in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of 0.94 or more. This code carries 12.6% import duty (II) and 3.25% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 4 NCM codes under HS heading 3901.20.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Outros
Tax breakdown for NCM 3901.20.29
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 3901.20
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $1.6B of products under HS heading 3901.20 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3901.20 details →
Regulatory agencies
Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.
EU-Mercosur impact
Industrial plastics see tariff elimination over 7-10 years. Raw resins benefit from faster reduction.
Other NCM codes under HS 3901.20
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3901.20.11 | Vulcanizado, de densidade superior a 1,3 | 0% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 3901.20.19 | Outros | 12.6% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 3901.20.21 | Vulcanizado, de densidade superior a 1,3 | 0% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 3901.20.29 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3901.20.29 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 12.6%, but Brazil adds IPI (3.25%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from INMETRO. Apply before shipping.
- 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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