NCM 7309.00.90
Reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers; for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, capacity exceeding 300l, whether or not lined or heat insulated
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 7309.00.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers; for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, capacity exceeding 300l, whether or not lined or heat insulated. This code carries 12% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. 5 active Ex-Tarifário exemptions exist for this NCM — qualifying capital goods or IT equipment can import at 0% duty instead. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 3 NCM codes under HS heading 7309.00.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Outros
Tax breakdown for NCM 7309.00.90
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Ex-Tarifário available for this NCM
5 active Ex-Tarifário exemptions exist for NCM 7309.00.90. If your product is capital goods (BK) or IT/telecom equipment (BIT) with no domestic equivalent in Brazil, you may import at 0% duty instead of 12%.
Trade overview — HS 7309.00
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $162.7M of products under HS heading 7309.00 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 7309.00 details →
Regulatory agencies
Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.
EU-Mercosur impact
Tariff elimination over 7-10 years for most products.
Other NCM codes under HS 7309.00
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7309.00.10 | Para armazenamento de grãos e outras matérias sólidas | 12% | 0% | Calculate → |
| 7309.00.20 | Recipientes isotérmicos refrigerados a nitrogênio (azoto) líquido, do tipo utilizado para sêmen, sangue, tecidos biológicos e outros produtos semelhantes | 0% | 0% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 7309.00.90 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 7309.00.90 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 12%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Check Ex-Tarifário — 5 active exemptions exist. If your product qualifies, duty drops from 12% to 0%.
- Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from INMETRO. Apply before shipping.
- Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.
Brazil Import Taxes Explained
Complete guide to the 7 cascading taxes on every import.
How to Export to Brazil
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What is Ex-Tarifário?
How to get 0% duty on capital goods and IT equipment.
Regulatory Agencies
ANVISA, INMETRO, MAPA — which products need pre-approval?
Calculate your landed cost for NCM 7309.00.90
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