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U.S. imports of cocoa-containing food preparations, nes (other) (SITC 07390) totaled $145.2M in April 2026, traded with 83 countries.
Importers of Cocoa-Containing Food Preparations, NES (Other) paid $7.9M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 15% on $52.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataCocoa-containing food preparations that don't fit the bulk-container, block, slab, or bar formats of related headings — such as individually wrapped confections, cocoa-flavored spreads, or specialty retail items — are captured here as a residual NES category. The breadth of this heading means it can encompass a wide variety of finished and semi-finished products, making accurate classification particularly important to avoid misclassification against more specific confectionery or chocolate headings. FDA prior notice and foreign facility registration requirements apply to all shipments. Importers dealing with novel or composite cocoa products should seek a binding ruling or broker guidance before entry to avoid reclassification risk.
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This residual heading captures cocoa-containing products that don't fit the specific size, format, or composition criteria of other cocoa headings — examples include cocoa-flavored spreads, individually wrapped pralines, cocoa-based nutritional products, and specialty retail confections. The common thread is the presence of cocoa combined with other ingredients in a form not covered by more specific classifications.
For products with ambiguous classification — particularly composite items combining cocoa with dairy, nuts, or functional ingredients — importers can request a binding tariff classification ruling from US Customs and Border Protection before the first shipment. This provides legal certainty on the applicable heading and duty rate. A licensed customs broker with food-product experience can help prepare the ruling request and supporting technical documentation.
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