NCM 3901.40.00
Ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 3901.40.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for ethylene polymers; in primary forms, ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94. 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.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: - Copolímeros de etileno e alfa-olefina, de densidade inferior a 0,94
Tax breakdown for NCM 3901.40.00
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 3901.40
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $1.6B of products under HS heading 3901.40 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3901.40 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.
How to import NCM 3901.40.00 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3901.40.00 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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