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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 68›HS 6813.20

NCM 6813.20.00

Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for brakes, clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

12.6%
Import Duty (II)
9.75%
IPI
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NCM 6813.20.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for brakes, clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos. This code carries 12.6% import duty (II) and 9.75% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 68Articles of stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica
6813Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for brakes, clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos, other mineral substances, or cellulose
6813.20Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for brakes, clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos
6813.20.00
Friction material and articles thereof (e.g. sheets, rolls, strips, segments, discs, washers, pads) not mounted; for brakes, clutches or the like, with a basis of asbestos

Official Brazilian text: - Que contenham amianto

Tax breakdown for NCM 6813.20.00

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
12.6%
IPIExcise tax
9.75%
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 6813.20

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $361K of products under HS heading 6813.20 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$202K56.1%
2#380
$53K14.8%
3Indonesia
$26K7.2%
4Spain
$18K5%
5Germany
$17K4.8%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 6813.20 details →

Regulatory agencies

INMETRO

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

EU-Mercosur impact

Tariff elimination over 7 years for most products.

How to import NCM 6813.20.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 6813.20.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 12.6%, but Brazil adds IPI (9.75%), 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.

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