South Africa HS CodeHS Code 180500: Cocoa powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter in South Africa
What is HS Code 180500 in South Africa
Under South Africa's SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET), HS Code 180500 is the WCO Harmonized System subheading for Cocoa powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter. This is the most detailed internationally standardized level; South Africa extends classifications to 8 digits under its national tariff system. 180500 belongs to Section IV: Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes, Chapter 18: Cocoa and cocoa preparations, Heading 1805: Cocoa powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
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South Africa Tariff Classification: SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET)
In South Africa, HS 180500 is classified under the SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET) — a 8-digit national extension of the WCO 6-digit Harmonized System.
Tariff schedule SACU Common External Tariff (SACU CET)
Local name SACU CET
Digits 8
Official source https://www.sars.gov.za/
Top Trading Product of HS Code 1805
Top South Africa import Product Under HS Code 1805
1 180500: Cocoa powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter $44.4MFigures shown for 2025.
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1 180500: Cocoa powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter $6.2MFigures shown for 2025.
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HS Code 18050000
Cocoa Powder, Not Containing Added Sugar Or Other Sweetening Matter
HS Code 180100
Cocoa beans, whole or broken, raw or roasted
HS Code 180200
Cocoa shells, husks, skins and other cocoa waste
HS Code 180310
Not defatted
HS Code 180320
Wholly or partly defatted
HS Code 180400
Cocoa butter, fat and oil
HS Code 180610
Cocoa powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
HS Code 180620
Other preparations in blocks, slabs or bars weighing more than 2 kg or in liquid, paste, powder, granular or other bulk form in containers or immediate packings, of a content exceeding 2 kg
HS Code 180631
Other, in blocks, slabs or bars : Filled
HS Code 180632
Other, in blocks, slabs or bars : Not filled
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 180500 in South Africa?
HS code 180500 covers Cocoa powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter in South Africa. It sits in Chapter 18 (Cocoa and cocoa preparations), Heading 1805 of the Harmonized System, and is classified under SACU CET.
Is HS code 180500 the same across all countries?
What system does South Africa use to classify HS code 180500?
Where can I officially look up HS code 180500 in South Africa?