Brazilian State of Tocantins Reforms Mining Royalty System, Driving a Boom in Mining Support Equipment Demand
[January 4, 2026, Global Mining News] Recently, the Tocantins State Legislature in Brazil officially approved a reform of the mining tax system, abandoning the previous uniform base tax rate of 15 Brazilian reais per ton and implementing differentiated fee standards for different types of minerals, injecting new vitality into the local mining market. This reform will not only significantly reduce the cost of mining construction minerals but will also promote the expansion and upgrading of regional mineral development, driving a sustained increase in demand for mining support products.
According to the new regulations, the tax rate for low-value minerals such as sand, gravel, crushed stone, and clay used in civil construction has been significantly reduced to 0.20 Brazilian reais (approximately US$0.04) per ton; the tax rate for limestone required by the agricultural and construction industries is set at 3.50 Brazilian reais per ton; and precious metal gold is now taxed per gram instead of per ton, with a tax of only 0.05 Brazilian reais per gram. The Tocantins State Legislature stated that the new fee standards follow the principle of proportionality, dynamically adjusting based on the market value and output of minerals, aiming to optimize the business environment and attract more investment into the mining sector.
As a region with outstanding potential for mineral resources in Brazil, Tocantins State has abundant underground reserves of quartz, zircon, graphite, titanium, chromium, and other minerals, and possesses vast untapped potential in the field of civil construction minerals. Geological exploration data shows that 23 cities in the state have proven reserves of construction sand, gravel, quartzite, and other resources. Previously, due to the uniform high tax rate, the progress of some low-value mineral mining projects was slow. After this tax rate reduction, the operating costs of local small and medium-sized mining enterprises will be significantly reduced, and a new wave of mineral exploration and mining is expected.
The acceleration of mining development will inevitably lead to higher demands for safety production equipment. Data from the Brazilian National Mining Agency (ANM) shows that the Brazilian mining accessories market reached US$6.8 billion in 2023, with underground mine support system structural components accounting for as much as 31% of the demand. In Tocantins State, where mineral resources are abundant and often extracted through shafts and inclined tunnels, the complex underground geological conditions mean that support structures are subjected to high pressure and corrosive, humid environments. This results in a huge consumption of products such as steel arches, anchor bolts, and shotcrete nozzles. Especially with the advancement of gold and other precious metal mining projects, high-strength, corrosion-resistant support equipment will become a core requirement for mining companies.
Addressing the specific characteristics of mining development in Tocantins State, Jiufu has launched a full range of adaptable mining support solutions, precisely tailored to the mining scenarios of local sand, gold, limestone, and other minerals. Core products include high-strength anchor bolts with a yield strength exceeding 800 MPa, possessing excellent corrosion resistance and suitable for humid underground environments; lightweight steel arches made of new alloy materials, offering easy installation and outstanding load-bearing capacity, effectively reducing mining construction costs; and shotcrete nozzles to improve support operation efficiency and ensure underground construction safety. All products are internationally quality certified and comply with Brazilian mining safety standards, and have already provided stable support for multiple South American mining projects.
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The recent mining tax reform in Tocantins State presents new development opportunities for the S outh American mining market. We will continue to cultivate the mining support field, providing high-quality products and professional technical services to support global mining companies in achieving efficient mining operations while adhering to compliance regulations, and embarking on a new journey of mining development together.
Post time: Jan-04-2026
