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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 48›HS 4818.90

NCM 4818.90.10

Paper articles; articles of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 4818

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

14.4%
Import Duty (II)
3.25%
IPI
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NCM 4818.90.10 is the Brazilian tariff code for paper articles; articles of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 4818. This code carries 14.4% import duty (II) and 3.25% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 4818.90.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 48Paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp
4818Toilet paper, width 36cm or less or cut to size/shape; handkerchiefs, tissues, towels, serviettes, bed sheets and similar household or hospital articles, apparel and clothing accessories of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres
4818.90Paper articles; articles of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 4818
4818.90.10
Paper articles; articles of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 4818

Official Brazilian text: Almofadas absorventes do tipo utilizado em embalagens de produtos alimentícios

Tax breakdown for NCM 4818.90.10

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
14.4%
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 4818.90

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $55.7M of products under HS heading 4818.90 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$27.9M50.1%
2Colombia
$24.2M43.4%
3Germany
$1.7M3%
4China, Hong Kong SAR
$498K0.9%
5USA
$434K0.8%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 4818.90 details →

EU-Mercosur impact

Tariff reduction over 7-10 years. European specialty paper manufacturers benefit.

Other NCM codes under HS 4818.90

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
4818.90.90Outros14.4%3.25%Calculate →

How to import NCM 4818.90.10 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 4818.90.10 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 14.4%, 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 — check if your specific product requires ANVISA, INMETRO, or MAPA clearance.
  4. Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.

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