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U.S. imports of cocoa powder, unsweetened (SITC 07220) totaled $60.0M in July 2026, traded with 42 countries.
Importers of Cocoa Powder, Unsweetened paid $69K in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 0.1% on $45.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Cocoa Powder, Unsweetened imports of $60.0M in July 2026 ran 11% below the year-to-date monthly average of $67.6M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataUnsweetened cocoa powder — produced by pressing most of the fat from cocoa liquor and then pulverizing the remaining cake — is a widely used ingredient in baking, beverages, and confectionery manufacturing, and its fat content and pH (natural vs. Dutch-process alkalized) are the key specification variables buyers negotiate. Natural process powder retains higher acidity and is preferred in recipes using baking soda, while Dutch-process powder's neutralized pH suits applications requiring a milder flavor and darker color. FDA governs this as a food ingredient, and importers must file Prior Notice and ensure the supplying facility is registered. Cocoa powder is also subject to FDA's standards of identity, which set minimum fat content thresholds that distinguish it from lower-fat cocoa products.
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475 shipments/mo
Basic heading 61 of 337 in section 0
Basic heading 07220 · $60.0M of $14.4B
Natural cocoa powder is acidic (pH roughly 5–6) and reacts with baking soda in formulations; Dutch-process powder has been treated with an alkalizing agent to raise pH, producing a milder flavor and darker color. These are distinct commercial specifications, and buyers must confirm which type is being supplied, as substituting one for the other can affect product performance and labeling.
Yes. FDA's standard of identity for cocoa powder (also called 'breakfast cocoa' at higher fat levels) specifies minimum fat content thresholds. Products falling below the minimum fat content for cocoa powder must be labeled differently — for example, as 'low-fat cocoa.' Importers should verify that the product's fat content meets the applicable standard before entry to avoid misbranding issues.
Imports · July 2026
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Netherlands and Spain together supply 70% of it.
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$60.0MYoY · Pro
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$14.3MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.