NCM 1806.31.20
Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa; in blocks, slabs or bars, filled, weighing 2kg or less
Brazil import duty rates — Updated May 2026
NCM 1806.31.20 is the Brazilian tariff code for chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa; in blocks, slabs or bars, filled, weighing 2kg or less. This code carries 18% import duty (II) and 3.25% IPI. EU-origin products in this category benefit from the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. This is one of 2 NCM codes under HS heading 1806.31.
Classification hierarchy
Official Brazilian text: Outras preparações
Tax breakdown for NCM 1806.31.20
Taxes are cascading — each applies on a different base. Use the calculator for the exact total.
Trade overview — HS 1806.31
UN Comtrade 2024Brazil imported $48.1M of products under HS heading 1806.31 in 2024. Top suppliers:
Trade data is at the 6-digit HS level. See full HS 1806.31 details →
Regulatory agencies
Products under this NCM may need pre-approval before customs clearance.
EU-Mercosur impact
Chocolate products see tariff reduction over 10 years. Cocoa butter and powder benefit from faster liberalization.
Other NCM codes under HS 1806.31
| NCM | Description (PT — official) | II | IPI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1806.31.10 | Chocolate | 18% | 3.25% | Calculate → |
How to import NCM 1806.31.20 into Brazil
- Confirm with your customs broker — NCM 1806.31.20 must exactly match your product description. Misclassification leads to fines and seizure.
- Calculate total cost — base import duty is 18%, but Brazil adds IPI (3.25%), PIS/COFINS (11.75%), ICMS (17–20%), and AFRMM (8%) on top. Use our calculator for the exact total.
- Get import licenses — this chapter requires clearance from MAPA, ANVISA. Apply before shipping.
- Choose entry port — ICMS varies by state (17–20%). Compare state rates to optimize your route.
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Regulatory Agencies
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