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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 54›HS 5402.46

NCM 5402.46.00

Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

18%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
—
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NCM 5402.46.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread. This code carries 18% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 54Man-made filaments; strip of man-made textile materials
5402Synthetic filament yarn (other than sewing thread), not put up for retail sale, including synthetic monofilament of less than 67 decitex
5402.46Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread
5402.46.00
Yarn, synthetic; filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polyesters (not high tenacity or textured), partially oriented, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread

Official Brazilian text: -- Outros, de poliésteres, parcialmente orientados

Tax breakdown for NCM 5402.46.00

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
18%
IPIExcise tax
0%
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 5402.46

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $165.8M of products under HS heading 5402.46 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1India
$84.3M50.9%
2China
$76.4M46.1%
3Thailand
$2.4M1.5%
4Indonesia
$1.2M0.7%
5Rep. of Korea
$648K0.4%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 5402.46 details →

EU-Mercosur impact

Tariff reduction over 7-10 years.

How to import NCM 5402.46.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 5402.46.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 18%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), 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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