CN / HS code guide

1803 and the EUDR

Cocoa paste under CN 1803 remains within the Annex I cocoa product family.

CN / HS code1803
CommodityCocoa
Preliminary statusLikely in scope
Scope noteCore cocoa derivative

Why processed cocoa still matters

Cocoa paste is a processed product, but the due-diligence evidence still needs to reach back to cocoa production origin and relevant farm geolocation.

Important: Confirm the exact current Annex I wording and customs classification before relying on this screening page.

Next steps

  1. Confirm the exact product classification.
  2. Identify production origin of the relevant commodity.
  3. Collect geolocation and supplier evidence.
  4. Apply the applicable due-diligence workflow.

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