HS Code 180310
Cocoa Paste Not Defatted
HS code 180310 covers cocoa paste (liquor) that has not been defatted, maintaining its full natural cocoa butter content for use in chocolate manufacture.
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HS Code 180310 — Cocoa Paste Not Defatted
Cocoa paste, also known as cocoa liquor, produced by grinding cocoa nibs. This specific code is for the 'not defatted' version, meaning it retains its natural cocoa butter content.
What's included
- Cocoa liquor
- Cocoa mass
- Non-defatted cocoa paste
What's excluded
- Defatted cocoa paste → use
180320(Partially or fully defatted paste has its own subheading.)
Common examples
- Pure cocoa mass for industrial chocolate making
- Unsweetened chocolate baking blocks (bulk)
- Food-grade cocoa liquor
Frequently asked questions
Does cocoa liquor contain alcohol?
No, despite the name, cocoa liquor is simply liquid cacao mass and does not contain alcohol.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 10%
- Documentation: Requires Certificate of Analysis for fat content verification.
- Typical shipping mode: Tanker
- Top exporters: Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, Netherlands
- Top importers: United States, Germany, Belgium
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Key takeaway
This is cocoa liquor in its natural, fat-rich state.
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