Cocoa waste under 1802 consists of the physical by-products of bean processing — shells, husks, and skins — rather than ground or pressed cocoa solids. Cocoa powder (1805) and cocoa paste (1803) are processed intermediates derived from the bean's interior. The physical form and processing stage are the key classification criteria.

Yes. Cocoa shells destined for animal feed may be subject to FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine requirements and feed-safety regulations, while those marketed for human consumption (such as cocoa husk tea) fall under standard food import procedures. Declaring the correct end use on entry documentation is important for proper regulatory routing.