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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 69›HS 6903.90

NCM 6903.90.19

Refractory ceramic goods; composition of which n.e.c. in heading no. 6903, other than 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 6903.90.19 is the Brazilian tariff code for refractory ceramic goods; composition of which n.e.c. in heading no. 6903, other than 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 6 NCM codes under HS heading 6903.90.

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
6903.90Refractory ceramic goods; composition of which n.e.c. in heading no. 6903, other than those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths
6903.90.19
Refractory ceramic goods; composition of which n.e.c. in heading no. 6903, other than those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths

Official Brazilian text: Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 6903.90.19

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 6903.90

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $31.0M of products under HS heading 6903.90 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1China
$7.0M22.5%
2Germany
$6.6M21.4%
3France
$5.1M16.4%
4USA
$4.9M15.7%
5Czechia
$1.5M4.9%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 6903.90 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 6903.90

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
6903.90.11De carboneto de silício9%5.2%Calculate →
6903.90.12De compostos de zircônio9%5.2%Calculate →
6903.90.91De carboneto de silício9%5.2%Calculate →
6903.90.92De compostos de zircônio9%5.2%Calculate →
6903.90.99Outros9%5.2%Calculate →

How to import NCM 6903.90.19 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 6903.90.19 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.

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