Cocoa Paste, Not Defatted Imports to the U.S., 2026 — $65.3M

HS 180310

Cocoa Paste, Not Defatted

U.S. imports of cocoa paste, not defatted (HS 180310) totaled $65.3M in April 2026, traded with 20 countries.

Last updated: April 2026 data

Undefatted cocoa paste — ground roasted cacao nibs retaining their full natural fat content — is a foundational intermediate for chocolate manufacturing and enters the US under a single tariff line, 1803100000. Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana, the world's dominant cocoa-growing nations, are the leading suppliers, with Ecuador rounding out the top three. FDA oversight applies at entry because cocoa paste is a food ingredient, and importers should verify that foreign establishments meet applicable food-safety requirements before shipment.

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Imports

$65.3M

from 20 countries · YTD: $475.0M

Exports

$14.4M

Deficit of $50.9M (net importer)

Trade balance: deficit of $50.9M (net importer)

YTD: $475.0M imported (April 2026)

212 shipments/month

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COCOA BEANS, WHOLE OR BROKEN, RAW OR ROASTED

HS 180100

$263.3M

CHOCOLATE PREP NESOI, IN BLOCKS ETC. OVER 2 KG

HS 180620

$145.6M

COCOA PREPARATIONS, NOT IN BULK FORM, NESOI

HS 180690

$133.2M

COCOA BUTTER, FAT AND OIL

HS 180400

$111.4M

CHOCOLATE & OTHR COCOA PREPS, NOT BULK, NOT FILLED

HS 180632

$93.8M

CHOCOLATE & OTHR COCOA PREPS, NOT BULK, FILLED

HS 180631

$59.8M

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What is the difference between defatted and non-defatted cocoa paste for classification purposes?

Non-defatted cocoa paste (180310) retains essentially all of its natural cocoa butter content, making it distinct from wholly or partly defatted paste (180320). The fat content determines which heading applies, and misclassification can affect applicable duty rates.

Which countries are the leading foreign sources of non-defatted cocoa paste entering the US?

Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana are the primary suppliers, reflecting their dominance in global cocoa bean processing. Ecuador is also a significant source. Importers should monitor origin documentation carefully, as country of origin can affect eligibility for preferential duty programs.

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