HS Code 1805
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
HS code 1805 covers cocoa powder without added sugar or sweetening matter, commonly used as a raw material in professional baking and chocolate production.
4-digit Section IVLCL
HS Code 1805 — Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
This code applies to pure cocoa powder that has no added sugar, sweeteners, or flavourings. It is produced by pulverising the 'cake' left behind after cocoa butter is pressed out of the cocoa mass.
What's included
- Natural cocoa powder
- Alkalised (Dutched) cocoa powder
- Low-fat cocoa powder
What's excluded
- Sweetened cocoa mix → use
180610(1805 is strictly for unsweetened powder; anything with sugar moves to 1806.)
Common examples
- Dutched cocoa powder
- Organic unsweetened cacao powder
- Defatted cocoa powder
Frequently asked questions
Does 1805 include cocoa mix for hot chocolate?
No, if the mix contains even a small amount of sugar or milk powder, it must be classified under 1806.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 5% - 15%
- Documentation: Certificate of Analysis for fat content is often required.
- Typical shipping mode: LCL
- Top exporters: Netherlands, Malaysia, Indonesia
- Top importers: United States, China, Russia
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Key takeaway
Strictly excludes sugar; the presence of any sweetener triggers a shift to chapter 1806.
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