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U.S. imports of bulk cocoa-containing food preparations (over 2 kg) (SITC 07320) totaled $132.2M in April 2026, traded with 37 countries.
Importers of Bulk Cocoa-Containing Food Preparations (Over 2 kg) paid $3.0M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 13% on $23.8M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataBulk cocoa-containing food preparations — shipped in blocks or slabs over 2 kg, or in liquid, paste, powder, or granular form in containers exceeding 2 kg — serve primarily as industrial inputs for confectionery manufacturers, bakeries, and foodservice operators rather than as retail consumer products. The 'not elsewhere specified' (NES) designation means these preparations contain cocoa but do not fit the more specific categories for chocolate, cocoa powder, or cocoa butter, often because of added dairy, nuts, or other ingredients that create composite products. FDA entry requirements apply, including prior notice and foreign facility registration. Accurate ingredient declarations are essential because the cocoa content level and added ingredients can determine whether a shipment falls under this heading or a more specific confectionery classification.
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The NES designation captures composite cocoa-containing products that don't meet the specific definitions for chocolate, cocoa butter, or cocoa powder — for example, compound coatings with vegetable fat substitutes, cocoa-flavored dairy blends, or filled confectionery bases. The key differentiators are the presence of non-cocoa ingredients that alter the product's character and the bulk packaging threshold above 2 kg.
Yes. As a processed food, bulk cocoa preparations require FDA prior notice before arrival and the foreign manufacturer must be registered with FDA. Importers should also be prepared to provide a full ingredient list and Certificates of Analysis, as FDA may examine these products to verify cocoa content and the absence of undeclared allergens such as milk or tree nuts. Classification is complex; consult a licensed customs broker to confirm the correct heading.
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