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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 55›HS 5504.90

NCM 5504.90.90

Fibres; artificial staple fibres, other than of viscose, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

10.8%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
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NCM 5504.90.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for fibres; artificial staple fibres, other than of viscose, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning. This code carries 10.8% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 5504.90.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 55Man-made staple fibres
5504Artificial staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
5504.90Fibres; artificial staple fibres, other than of viscose, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning
5504.90.90
Fibres; artificial staple fibres, other than of viscose, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning

Official Brazilian text: Outras

Tax breakdown for NCM 5504.90.90

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
10.8%
IPIExcise tax
0%
PIS/COFINSSocial contributions
11.75%
ICMSState VAT — varies by state
17–20%
AFRMMMaritime freight surcharge
8%
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Trade overview — HS 5504.90

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $8.4M of products under HS heading 5504.90 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1Austria
$6.8M80.4%
2United Kingdom
$1.2M13.8%
3China
$490K5.8%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 5504.90 details →

EU-Mercosur impact

Gradual tariff reduction over 10 years for finished fabrics. Raw fibers see faster reduction.

Other NCM codes under HS 5504.90

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
5504.90.10De liocel0%0%Calculate →

How to import NCM 5504.90.90 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 5504.90.90 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 10.8%, 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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