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HS Code 1806.31 : Other, in blocks, slabs or bars, Filled

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for other, in blocks, slabs or bars, filled is 1806.31. Under the 2026 Malaysia (JKDM / Customs), the representative MFN general duty rate is 15% [Royal Malaysian Customs (JKDM)].

Chapter

Ch 18

Heading

1806

Subheading

1806.31

MY MFN Duty

15%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 18

Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa

Heading 1806

1806

Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa

Subheading .31

.31

Other, in blocks, slabs or bars, Filled

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Malaysia (Royal Malaysian Customs / JKDM 2026)

1806.31.00.00

Malaysia MFN Import Duty

15%

Verified July 2026 · JKDM Source

MODULE 5: MALAYSIA IMPORT DUTY & SST BREAKDOWN

Import Duty Rate

15%

WTO MFN Applied

Sales & Service Tax (SST)

10.00 %

CIF + Duty Base

De Minimis Threshold

MYR 500

Courier Parcel Limit

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

AGENCY-CONDITIONAL (PGA)

FDA Prior Notice / USDA Phytosanitary Cert

Rule-derived from verified PGA flag: Mandatory prior notice filing and health certificate.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

ACE PGA Message-Set Flags: FDA (FOO): Prior Notice (PN) + Food Facility Registration

Official ACE program code: ACE/PGA [FDA 21 CFR 1.276].

MODULE 8: MY Trade Remedies & Safeguards

Royal Malaysian Customs (JKDM) Anti-Dumping / Trade Defence

Standard 2026 Malaysia Customs Tariff Schedule (JKDM)

Steel & Commodity Safeguards

Exempt (Non-Steel Commodity)

Regulatory Compliance Status

Standard Statutory Clearance

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

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Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
MFN	WCO Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) Status	Standard MFN Rate	Applies to all WTO member states for Other, in blocks, slabs or bars, Filled.
FTA	MY Preferential & Regional Trade Agreements	Free / Concessional	Subject to official Certificate of Origin & Rules of Origin (RoO) requirements.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Other, in blocks, slabs or bars, Filled

MODULE 11: Royal Malaysian Customs Ruling (JKDM)

Legally binding customs rulings issued by Royal Malaysian Customs Department for HS 1806.31.

Query official JKDM portal:

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Malaysia Declarable Tariff Lines (1806.31)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Malaysia (JKDM / Customs): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 15%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Royal Malaysian Customs (JKDM)).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
1806.10	Subheading under Heading 1806	HS 1806.10 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
1806.20	Subheading under Heading 1806	HS 1806.20 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
1806.32	Subheading under Heading 1806	HS 1806.32 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →
1806.90	Subheading under Heading 1806	HS 1806.90 undefined Duty & Entry Rules →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) ↗

Official Malaysian tariff schedule, import duty, and Sales & Service Tax (SST) rates.

JKDM Customs Ruling Portal ↗

Royal Malaysian Customs binding tariff classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Malaysia (JKDM) general duty for Other, in blocks, slabs or bars, Filled?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Malaysia (JKDM), Other, in blocks, slabs or bars, Filled is classified under HS 1806.31 (Heading 1806, Chapter 18). The representative MY MFN general duty rate is 15%.

How is HS 1806.31 distinguished within Heading 1806 (Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa)?

Heading 1806 covers Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa. Subheading 1806.31 specifically isolates Other, in blocks, slabs or bars, Filled. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 1806.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 1806.31?

Related subheadings under Heading 1806 include 1806.10, 1806.20, 1806.32, 1806.90. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Other, in blocks, slabs or bars, Filled?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 1806.31 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Other, in blocks, slabs or bars, Filled?

Commercial shipments of Other, in blocks, slabs or bars, Filled with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 1806.31?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What FDA Prior Notice requirements apply to commercial imports under HS 1806.31?

Under the Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act (21 CFR 1.276), FDA Prior Notice must be submitted electronically via ACE or FDA PNSI before arrival.

What tax applies to imports of HS 1806.31 in Malaysia?

Malaysia assesses a 10% Sales & Service Tax (SST) on imported merchandise, calculated on CIF value + statutory import duty.

What is Malaysia's de minimis threshold for low-value goods?

Malaysia's de minimis threshold for express courier parcel imports is MYR 500 total CIF value.

Which agency regulates customs declarations and rulings in Malaysia?

Customs declarations, import duty classification, and binding customs rulings are administered by the Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM).

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