Cocoa Shell Meal
Coarsely ground cocoa shells in meal form under HTS 1802.00.00.00. Byproduct for brewing adjuncts or soil amendment. Remains classified as waste despite grinding.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If added to beer or malt extracts
Incorporated into food/beverage preparations classifies under 2106.
If mineral-fortified as diammonium phosphate substitute
Fertilizer blends fall under 3105 for diammonium hydrogenorthophosphate and equivalents.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Specify grind size in commercial docs; ensure no cocoa liquor mixing; suitable for FSSAI-equivalent labeling if transshipping
Related Products under HTS 1802.00.00.00
Cocoa Bean Shells
The outer shells removed from cocoa beans during processing, classified under HTS 1802.00.00.00 as cocoa shells and waste unfit for human consumption. These are primarily used as animal feed or mulch. They represent the hard, fibrous husk separated after roasting and cracking.
Cocoa Husk Powder
Finely ground powder from cocoa husks, a byproduct of cocoa processing under HTS 1802.00.00.00. Used in fertilizers, cosmetics, or as a low-calorie filler. Grinding does not change its status as cocoa waste.
Roasted Cocoa Skins
Skins from roasted cocoa beans, classified as cocoa waste under HTS 1802.00.00.00. These papery skins are separated post-roasting and used for teas or extracts. They are unfit for direct chocolate production.
Cocoa Nib Waste
Broken or irregular cocoa nib fragments and dust from winnowing, deemed cocoa waste under HTS 1802.00.00.00. Used in low-grade baking or fodder. Represents minimal cocoa content byproducts.
Fermented Cocoa Husks
Husks from fermented cocoa beans, a waste product under HTS 1802.00.00.00. Collected post-fermentation and drying, used for biofuel or composting. Fermentation enhances their organic matter value.
Cocoa Pod Husks
Outer husks from cocoa pods before bean extraction, classified as other cocoa waste under HTS 1802.00.00.00. Fresh or dried, used locally for livestock feed. Distinct from bean shells.