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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 69›HS 6903.20

NCM 6903.20.20

Refractory ceramic goods; containing by weight more than 50% of alumina or of a mixture or compound of alumina and of silica, excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

9%
Import Duty (II)
5.2%
IPI
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NCM 6903.20.20 is the Brazilian tariff code for refractory ceramic goods; containing by weight more than 50% of alumina or of a mixture or compound of alumina and of silica, excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or similar 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. This is one of 4 NCM codes under HS heading 6903.20.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 69Ceramic products
6903Ceramic goods; (e.g. retorts, crucibles, muffles, nozzles, plugs, supports cupels, tubes, pipes, sheaths, rods and slide gates) excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or of similar siliceous earths
6903.20Refractory ceramic goods; containing by weight more than 50% of alumina or of a mixture or compound of alumina and of silica, excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths
6903.20.20
Refractory ceramic goods; containing by weight more than 50% of alumina or of a mixture or compound of alumina and of silica, excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths

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Tax breakdown for NCM 6903.20.20

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 6903.20

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $57.3M of products under HS heading 6903.20 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$26.1M45.6%
2Germany
$10.1M17.6%
3USA
$4.4M7.8%
4Rep. of Korea
$3.8M6.6%
5#380
$3.4M5.8%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 6903.20 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.

Other NCM codes under HS 6903.20

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
6903.20.10Cadinhos9%5.2%Calculate →
6903.20.30Tubos9%5.2%Calculate →
6903.20.90Outros9%5.2%Calculate →

How to import NCM 6903.20.20 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 6903.20.20 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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How to Export to Brazil

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Regulatory Agencies

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

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