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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 39›HS 3923.21

NCM 3923.21.90

Ethylene polymers; sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

16.2%
Import Duty (II)
9.75%
IPI
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NCM 3923.21.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for ethylene polymers; sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods. This code carries 16.2% import duty (II) and 9.75% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 3923.21.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 39Plastics and articles thereof
3923Plastic articles for the conveyance or packing of goods; stoppers, lids, caps and other closures of plastics
3923.21Ethylene polymers; sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods
3923.21.90
Ethylene polymers; sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods

Official Brazilian text: Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 3923.21.90

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
16.2%
IPIExcise tax
9.75%
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 3923.21

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $79.7M of products under HS heading 3923.21 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$31.5M39.5%
2USA
$11.4M14.3%
3Argentina
$5.0M6.3%
4Viet Nam
$4.2M5.3%
5Chile
$3.5M4.5%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 3923.21 details →

Regulatory agencies

INMETRO

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 3923.21

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
3923.21.10De capacidade inferior ou igual a 1.000 cm316.2%9.75%Calculate →

How to import NCM 3923.21.90 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 3923.21.90 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 16.2%, but Brazil adds IPI (9.75%), 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 INMETRO. Apply before shipping.
  4. Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.

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