NCM 5601.21.90
Wadding; other articles thereof, of cotton
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 5601.21.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for wadding; other articles thereof, of cotton. This code carries 16.2% 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 5601.21.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Outros artigos de pastas (ouates)
Tax breakdown for NCM 5601.21.90
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 5601.21
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $7.8M of products under HS heading 5601.21 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 5601.21 details →
EU-Mercosur impact
Tariff elimination over 7-10 years.
Other NCM codes under HS 5601.21
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5601.21.10 | Pastas (ouates) | 16.2% | 0% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 5601.21.90 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 5601.21.90 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 16.2%, 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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