HS 1806: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa

General Rate
5%
Sub-codes
10
GST
10%
Chapter

HS Codes Under Heading 1806

CodeDescriptionUnitGeneral Rate
1806-10-00Cocoa powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matterkg5%
1806-20-00Other preparations in blocks, slabs or bars weighing more than 2 kg or in liquid, paste, powder, granular or other bulk form in containers or immediate packings, of a content exceeding 2 kgkg5%
1806-3Other, in blocks, slabs or bars:0%
1806-31-00Filledkg5%
1806-32-00Not filled5%
1806-32-00Chocolate confectionerykg0%
1806-32-00Otherkg0%
1806-90-00Other5%
1806-90-00Chocolate confectionerykg0%
1806-90-00Otherkg0%

FTA Preferential Rates

These Free Trade Agreements may offer reduced duty rates for HS 1806 products:

Classification Guidance

Heading 1806 belongs to Chapter 18 in Section IV (Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco).

View Chapter 18 classification notes
Notes 1. This Chapter does not cover: 2. 1806 includes sugar confectionery containing cocoa and, subject to Note 1 to this Chapter, other food preparations containing cocoa. Note 1 operative 1/1/22

Important

Rates shown are general (MFN) duty rates. Total landed cost includes GST (10% on CIF + duty), Import Processing Charge ($50-

92), and biosecurity levy ($46.20-$73.56). Goods valued under AUD
,000 may qualify for the Low Value Imported Goods threshold. Use the calculator for a complete breakdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the import duty on chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa in Australia?

The general (MFN) duty rate for HS 1806 (Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa) is 5%. Preferential rates may be available under 16 Free Trade Agreements.

How many sub-codes are under HS heading 1806?

There are 10 statistical codes under heading 1806 in the Australian tariff schedule. See the full table below for rates and descriptions.

Get the total landed cost for HS 1806 — duty, GST, IPC, and biosecurity included.

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