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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 44›HS 4408.39

NCM 4408.39.91

Wood, of tropical wood; as in Subheading note 2 to this Chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4408.31, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn length wise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

5.4%
Import Duty (II)
3.25%
IPI
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NCM 4408.39.91 is the Brazilian tariff code for wood, of tropical wood; as in Subheading note 2 to this Chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4408.31, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn length wise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm. This code carries 5.4% 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 4408.39.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 44Wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal
4408Sheets for veneering (including those obtained by slicing laminated wood), for plywood or for similar laminated wood and other wood, sawn lengthwise, sliced or peeled, planed or not, sanded, spliced or end-jointed, of a thickness not exceeding 6 mm
4408.39Wood, of tropical wood; as in Subheading note 2 to this Chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4408.31, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn length wise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm
4408.39.91
Wood, of tropical wood; as in Subheading note 2 to this Chapter, n.e.c. in heading no. 4408.31, sheets for veneer or plywood, other wood sawn length wise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, not thicker than 6mm

Official Brazilian text: De cedro

Tax breakdown for NCM 4408.39.91

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
5.4%
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 4408.39

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $4.9M of products under HS heading 4408.39 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$2.6M53.1%
2#380
$948K19.5%
3Bolivia (Plurinational State of)
$794K16.4%
4Indonesia
$298K6.1%
5Cameroon
$96K2%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 4408.39 details →

Regulatory agencies

IBAMAMAPA

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

EU-Mercosur impact

Tariff elimination over 7-10 years for processed wood products.

Other NCM codes under HS 4408.39

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
4408.39.10Obtidas por corte de madeira estratificada9%6.5%Calculate →
4408.39.92De pau-marfim5.4%3.25%Calculate →
4408.39.99Outras5.4%3.25%Calculate →

How to import NCM 4408.39.91 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 4408.39.91 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 5.4%, 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 IBAMA, MAPA. Apply before shipping.
  4. Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.

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