Unsweetened Cocoa Liquor Block
A solid block of pure ground cocoa beans, weighing over 4.5 kg, used in chocolate manufacturing without added sugar or milk solids. It falls under HTS 1806.20.20 as it consists wholly of ground cocoa beans with no more than 32% butterfat or milk solids and no more than 60% sugar. This bulk form is ideal for industrial processing into finished chocolate products.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unground cocoa beans
Unground cocoa beans are classified in Chapter 18 heading 1801, not ground preparations in 1806.
If weighing less than 4.5 kg each
Smaller blocks or slabs under 4.5 kg shift to 1806.20.26 due to specific weight threshold.
If exceeding 32% milk solids
Higher milk solid content moves it to cocoa powder preparations under 1806.10.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify cocoa bean origin and processing records to confirm compliance with 'wholly of ground cocoa beans' definition
• Ensure blocks weigh at least 4.5 kg net; provide weight certificates to avoid reclassification to smaller bars
• Watch for added emulsifiers like lecithin, which are permitted but must be documented in composition analysis
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Cocoa Paste Slab with Cocoa Butter
Industrial slab of cocoa paste made from ground cocoa beans with added cocoa fat, in 5 kg blocks for confectionery production. Classified under HTS 1806.20.20 for its bulk form, low butterfat/milk solids (under 32%), and sugar-free composition. Flavorings may be included but do not alter the primary ground cocoa base.
Bulk Cocoa Nibs Block
Compressed block of finely ground cocoa nibs weighing 6 kg, with minimal emulsifiers for smooth texture in chocolate processing. Meets HTS 1806.20.20 criteria as wholly ground cocoa beans in slab form over 4.5 kg, with butterfat under 32% and no sugar. Primarily used by manufacturers for molding into bars.
Industrial Cocoa Mass Slab
Large 10 kg slab of cocoa mass from ground beans with trace lecithin emulsifier, for high-volume chocolate production. HTS 1806.20.20 applies due to block weight over 4.5 kg, composition wholly of ground cocoa with ≤32% butterfat and ≤60% sugar. No milk solids included.
Sugar-Free Cocoa Liquor Slab
5.5 kg slab of pure cocoa liquor from fermented ground beans, emulsified lightly for machinery compatibility. Fits HTS 1806.20.20 as a bulk preparation wholly of ground cocoa beans, 0% sugar, under 32% inherent butterfat. Used in dark chocolate and baking industries.
Plain Cocoa Block for Molding
Heavy 8 kg plain cocoa block from ground nibs with cocoa fat adjustment, for direct molding in factories. Under HTS 1806.20.20 for slabs ≥4.5 kg consisting wholly of ground cocoa beans, low milk solids and sugar-free. Essential base for premium chocolate lines.