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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 40›HS 4005.91

NCM 4005.91.10

Rubber; unvulcanised, (compounded other than with carbon black or silica), in plates, sheets and strip

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

12.6%
Import Duty (II)
3.25%
IPI
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NCM 4005.91.10 is the Brazilian tariff code for rubber; unvulcanised, (compounded other than with carbon black or silica), in plates, sheets and strip. 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 2 NCM codes under HS heading 4005.91.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 40Rubber and articles thereof
4005Compounded rubber, unvulcanised, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip
4005.91Rubber; unvulcanised, (compounded other than with carbon black or silica), in plates, sheets and strip
4005.91.10
Rubber; unvulcanised, (compounded other than with carbon black or silica), in plates, sheets and strip

Official Brazilian text: Preparações base para a fabricação de gomas de mascar

Tax breakdown for NCM 4005.91.10

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
12.6%
IPIExcise tax
3.25%
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 4005.91

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $48.0M of products under HS heading 4005.91 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$18.8M39.1%
2#380
$13.2M27.5%
3Germany
$8.0M16.7%
4Thailand
$2.1M4.5%
5Belgium
$1.5M3.2%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 4005.91 details →

Regulatory agencies

INMETRO

Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.

EU-Mercosur impact

Tariff reduction over 10 years. European premium tire brands benefit.

Other NCM codes under HS 4005.91

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
4005.91.90Outras12.6%3.25%Calculate →

How to import NCM 4005.91.10 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 4005.91.10 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. 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.
  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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Regulatory Agencies

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