NCM 5208.21.00
Fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, plain weave, weighing not more than 100g/m2
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 5208.21.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for fabrics, woven; containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, bleached, plain weave, weighing not more than 100g/m2. This code carries 26% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: -- Em ponto de tafetá, de peso não superior a 100 g/m2
Tax breakdown for NCM 5208.21.00
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 5208.21
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $1.8M of products under HS heading 5208.21 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 5208.21 details →
EU-Mercosur impact
Already minimal tariffs on raw cotton. Fabrics see gradual reduction.
How to import NCM 5208.21.00 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 5208.21.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 26%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Get import licenses — check if your specific product requires ANVISA, INMETRO, or MAPA clearance.
- 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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