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Data: May 2026
Last updated: May 2026
Ch. 87›HS 8704.21

NCM 8704.21.90

Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1

Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026

35%
Import Duty (II)
6.5%
IPI
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NCM 8704.21.90 is the Brazilian tariff code for vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1. This code carries 35% import duty (II) and 6.5% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 4 NCM codes under HS heading 8704.21.

Classification hierarchy

Ch. 87Vehicles other than railway or tramway rolling-stock
8704Vehicles; for the transport of goods
8704.21Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1
8704.21.90
Vehicles; with only compression-ignition internal combustion piston engine (diesel or semi-diesel), for transport of goods, (of a gvw not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1

Official Brazilian text: Outros

Tax breakdown for NCM 8704.21.90

Import Duty (II)Imposto de Importação
35%
IPIExcise tax
6.5%
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 8704.21

UN Comtrade 2024

Brazil imported $7.1B of products under HS heading 8704.21 in 2024. Top suppliers:

1Argentina
$6.1B85.9%
2Uruguay
$754.0M10.7%
3Mexico
$115.5M1.6%
4#380
$108.0M1.5%
5China
$17.2M0.2%

Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 8704.21 details →

Regulatory agencies

INMETRO

Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.

EU-Mercosur impact

Special treatment — 15-year phase-out, the longest in the agreement. EU automakers get a TRQ of 50,000 units at reduced rates in the interim.

Other NCM codes under HS 8704.21

NCMDescription (PT — official)IIIPI
8704.21.10Chassis com motor e cabina35%5.2%Calculate →
8704.21.20Com caixa basculante35%2.6%Calculate →
8704.21.30Frigoríficos ou isotérmicos35%2.6%Calculate →

How to import NCM 8704.21.90 into Brazil

  1. Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 8704.21.90 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
  2. Calculate total cost — base import duty is 35%, but Brazil adds IPI (6.5%), 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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