Import duty on Chocolate to China (2026)
HS 18069000 · Source: official China tariff schedule · Updated 2026-06-09
TL;DR
Chocolate classify under HS 18069000 in China. Import duty 8%. On a $1,000 FOB shipment, total taxes due at import ≈ $222 (effective rate ≈ 22.04%).
Tax breakdown at import
Sample shipment FOB $1,000 (duty basis: CIF)
| Tax | Rate | Amount (USD) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Import duty | 8% | $80.40 | |
| VAT | 13% | $141.10 | |
| Total taxes at import | 22.04% | $221.50 | as % of CIF |
China de minimis
No de minimis for general imports; CBEC retail 0% duty within limits
CBEC: ≤CNY 5,000/order, ≤CNY 26,000/year; stable in recent years
No true de minimis. CBEC channel (0% duty, 70% VAT) is the optimal compliant route.
As of 2026-06 · See 13-country de minimis tracker