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Cocoa Oil

Pure cocoa oil extracted for use in soaps and emollients, distinct from butter by lower solidity. HTS 1804.00.00.00 covers all unconverted cocoa fats/oils.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+7.5%7.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

1516.10.00Higher: 17.5% vs 7.5%

If animal fats predominant

Predominantly animal fat mixtures (even with cocoa) under Chapter 15.

3401.11Higher: 10% vs 7.5%

If saponified into soap base

Soap bases from cocoa oil become Chapter 34 products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Differentiate from cocoa butter via melting point in documentation

Comply with cosmetic ingredient labeling if for personal care

Use dark, cool storage to prevent rancidity