NCM 3912.90.39
Cellulose and its chemical derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 3912, in primary forms
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 3912.90.39 is the Brazilian tariff code for cellulose and its chemical derivatives; n.e.c. in item no. 3912, in primary forms. 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 6 NCM codes under HS heading 3912.90.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Outras
Tax breakdown for NCM 3912.90.39
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 3912.90
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $68.2M of products under HS heading 3912.90 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3912.90 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 3912.90
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3912.90.10 | Propionato de celulose | 0% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 3912.90.20 | Acetobutanoato de celulose | 0% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 3912.90.31 | Em pó | 12.6% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 3912.90.40 | Outras celuloses, em pó | 12.6% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 3912.90.90 | Outros | 12.6% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 3912.90.39 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3912.90.39 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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