Cocoa; powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

HS v2017 Code: 1805

About cocoa; powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

HS code 1805 covers the classification of cocoa powder that does not contain any added sugar or other sweetening agents. This industry plays a crucial role in the global food and beverage sector, providing a key ingredient for the production of chocolate, confectionery, and various other cocoa-based products. As a versatile and widely-used commodity, cocoa powder finds applications across a range of industries, contributing to the overall economic landscape.

Production process

The production of cocoa powder classified under HS code 1805 involves a series of well-established techniques. The process typically begins with the harvesting and fermentation of cocoa beans, followed by drying, roasting, and winnowing to separate the nibs from the shells. The nibs are then ground into a paste, known as cocoa liquor or cocoa mass, which is subsequently pressed to extract the cocoa butter. The remaining cocoa solids are then finely ground to produce the powdered form of cocoa that is free from any added sweeteners.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of HS code 1805 cocoa powder include high-quality cocoa beans, which serve as the raw material. Additionally, specialized machinery, such as roasters, winnowers, and grinders, are essential for the various processing stages. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also necessary to power the production equipment. Skilled labor, including agricultural workers, processing technicians, and quality control personnel, play a crucial role in ensuring the consistent production of high-quality cocoa powder.

Production outputs

The main output of the industry covered by HS code 1805 is unsweetened cocoa powder, which is a versatile ingredient used in a wide range of food and beverage applications. This cocoa powder can be further processed and combined with other ingredients to produce 1806 Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa, 1901 Malt extract; food preparations of flour, groats, meal, starch or malt extract, not containing cocoa or containing less than 40% by weight of cocoa calculated on a totally defatted basis, not elsewhere specified or included; food preparations of goods of headings 0401 to 0404, not containing cocoa or containing less than 5% by weight of cocoa calculated on a totally defatted basis, not elsewhere specified or included, and 2106 Food preparations not elsewhere specified or included.

Family tree for cocoa; powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/18'>18: Cocoa and cocoa preparations</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/1805'>1805: Cocoa; powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/1801'>1801: Cocoa beans; whole or broken, raw or roasted</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/1802'>1802: Cocoa; shells, husks, skins and other cocoa waste</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/1803'>1803: Cocoa; paste; whether or not defatted</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/1804'>1804: Cocoa; butter, fat and oil</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/1806'>1806: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa</a>"]

    B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/180500'>180500: Cocoa; powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]


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