Cocoa; powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

HS v2022 Code: 180610

About cocoa; powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

HS code 180610 covers the import and export of cocoa powder containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This product is a key ingredient in the confectionery and baking industries, contributing to the production of a wide range of chocolate-based goods. As a globally traded commodity, the trade in cocoa powder plays an important role in the broader food and beverage sector, supporting economic activity across multiple industries.

Production process

Cocoa powder containing added sugar or other sweetening matter is produced through a multi-step process. First, cocoa beans are harvested, fermented, and dried. The beans are then roasted, cracked, and the nibs are separated from the shells. The nibs are ground into a cocoa liquor or cocoa mass, which is then pressed to extract the cocoa butter. The remaining cocoa cake is then finely ground into a powder, and sugar or other sweeteners are added to produce the final 180610 product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 180610 products include cocoa beans, sugar, and other sweetening agents. Specialized machinery such as roasters, grinders, and presses are also essential for the various processing steps. Additionally, packaging materials and transportation services are needed to prepare the final product for distribution and sale.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 180610 is cocoa powder containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This product is a key ingredient used in the manufacture of a wide range of confectionery and baked goods, including chocolates, cakes, and cookies. The output of 180610 may be consumed by industries covered under other HS codes, such as 190190 Preparations for infant use, put up for retail sale and 190520 Gingerbread and the like.

Revisions to 180610

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 180610. The most recent 1 version of this code (180610) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 180610.

Family tree for cocoa; powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/18'>18: Cocoa and cocoa preparations</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1806'>1806: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/180610'>180610: Cocoa; powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/180620'>180620: Chocolate &amp; other food preparations containing cocoa; in blocks, slabs or bars weighing more than 2kg or in liquid, paste, powder, granular or other bulk form in containers or immediate packings, content exceeding 2kg</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/180631'>180631: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa; in blocks, slabs or bars, filled, weighing 2kg or less</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/180632'>180632: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa; in blocks, slabs or bars, (not filled), weighing 2kg or less</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/180690'>180690: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa; n.e.c. in chapter 18</a>"]

    

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