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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 69›HS 6901.00

NCM 6901.00.00

Bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

9%
Import Duty (II)
5.2%
IPI
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NCM 6901.00.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths. This code carries 9% import duty (II) and 5.2% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 69Ceramic products
6901Bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths
6901.00Bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths
6901.00.00
Bricks, blocks, tiles and other ceramic goods of siliceous fossil meals (e.g. kieselguhr, tripolite or diatomite) or of similar siliceous earths

Official Brazilian text: Tijolos, placas (lajes), ladrilhos e outras peças cerâmicas de farinhas siliciosas fósseis (por exemplo, kieselguhr, tripolita, diatomita) ou de terras siliciosas semelhantes.

Tax breakdown for NCM 6901.00.00

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
9%
IPIExcise tax
5.2%
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 6901.00

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $1.3M of products under HS heading 6901.00 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1France
$615K46.4%
2Denmark
$324K24.4%
3USA
$182K13.7%
4China
$117K8.9%
5India
$52K4%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 6901.00 details →

Regulatory agencies

INMETRO

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

EU-Mercosur impact

Tariff reduction over 10 years. European porcelain (tableware, tiles) benefits.

How to import NCM 6901.00.00 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 6901.00.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 9%, but Brazil adds IPI (5.2%), 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

ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA — which products need pre-approval?

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