NCM 7212.40.21
Iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, painted, varnished or coated with plastics
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 7212.40.21 is the Brazilian tariff code for iron or non-alloy steel; flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, painted, varnished or coated with plastics. This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 3.25% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 3 NCM codes under HS heading 7212.40.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Com uma camada intermediária de liga cobre-estanho ou cobre-estanho-chumbo, aplicada por sinterização
Tax breakdown for NCM 7212.40.21
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 7212.40
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $17.7M of products under HS heading 7212.40 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 7212.40 details →
EU-Mercosur impact
Mixed — some products liberalized, others subject to safeguards. Anti-dumping remains independent of the FTA.
Other NCM codes under HS 7212.40
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7212.40.10 | Pintados ou envernizados | 10.8% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
| 7212.40.29 | Outros | 10.8% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 7212.40.21 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 7212.40.21 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 0%, but Brazil adds IPI (3.25%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Get import licenses — check if your specific product requires ANVISA, INMETRO, or MAPA clearance.
- Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.
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