NCM 8101.96.00 is the Brazilian tariff code for tungsten (wolfram); wire. This code carries 0% import duty (II) and 0% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement.
Classification hierarchy
8101Tungsten (wolfram); articles thereof, including waste and scrap
8101.96Tungsten (wolfram); wire
8101.96.00
Tungsten (wolfram); wire
Official Brazilian text: -- Fios
Tax breakdown for NCM 8101.96.00
Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
0%IPIExcise tax
0%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 8101.96
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $1.3M of products under HS heading 8101.96 in 2024. Top suppliers:
1Germany
$300K23.2%
2China
$264K20.5%
3Ireland
$232K18%
4Japan
$181K14%
5France
$90K7%
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8101.96 details →
EU-Mercosur impact
Full tariff elimination within 7 years.
How to import NCM 8101.96.00 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8101.96.00 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 0%, but Brazil adds IPI (0%), 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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