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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 61›HS 6115.96

NCM 6115.96.00

Hosiery and footwear; without applied soles, of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex)

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

35%
Import Duty (II)
0%
IPI
—
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NCM 6115.96.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for hosiery and footwear; without applied soles, of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex). This code carries 35% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 61Articles of apparel and clothing accessories, knitted
6115Hosiery; panty hose, tights, stockings, socks and other hosiery, including graduated compression hosiery (for example, stockings for varicose veins) and footwear without applied soles, knitted or crocheted
6115.96Hosiery and footwear; without applied soles, of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex)
6115.96.00
Hosiery and footwear; without applied soles, of synthetic fibres, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex)

Official Brazilian text: -- De fibras sintéticas

Tax breakdown for NCM 6115.96.00

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
35%
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 6115.96

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $110.4M of products under HS heading 6115.96 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$72.9M66%
2Paraguay
$32.2M29.2%
3Turkey
$2.4M2.2%
4Argentina
$1.4M1.3%
5Pakistan
$450K0.4%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 6115.96 details →

Regulatory agencies

INMETRO

Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.

EU-Mercosur impact

Tariff reduction over 10-15 years. One of the most protected categories — slower liberalization timeline.

How to import NCM 6115.96.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 6115.96.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 35%, 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 — this chapter requires clearance from INMETRO. Apply before shipping.
  4. Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.

Brazil Import Taxes Explained

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Regulatory Agencies

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