The Sectorial Chamber of the Cocoa Productive Chain of the Ministry of Agriculture in Brazil has rejected a request by the National Association of Cocoa Processing Industries (AIPC) to exempt import tariffs on almonds, despite concerns of potential shortages and increased demand for cocoa derivatives. The chamber's decision was based on data showing that the domestic market has sufficient stock to handle non-drastic crop failures. The final decision will now be referred to the Ministry, which will forward it to the Foreign Trade Chamber (Camex). In the meantime, the import of almonds to Brazil will continue to be subject to a 10% import tax.