18Cocoa and cocoa preparations
ココア及びその調製品
HS code 18 is a Chapter (2-digit) classification number. In Japan's trade statistics (published by Ministry of Finance), it represents import/export items classified as “Cocoa and cocoa preparations”. This code has 2 subcategories defined below it.
Latest trade statistics
In May 2026, Japan's imports under HS code 18 (Cocoa and cocoa preparations) totaled ¥19B (YoY -49.6%), with a volume of 16,618,891 KG at about ¥1,155/KG. The top import sources are Malaysia (22.0%), Ghana (21.0%), Singapore (9.4%). Exports totaled ¥1B (YoY -6.0%), with a volume of 613,333 KG at about ¥2,185/KG. The top export destinations are United States of America (21.4%), Hong Kong (19.6%), People's Republic of China (13.2%).
Top export destinations (2025)
| # | Country | Value | Share | Qty | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States of America | ¥4B | 21.4% | 2,090,792 | ¥2,108 |
| 2 | Hong Kong | ¥4B | 19.6% | 1,821,588 | ¥2,216 |
| 3 | People's Republic of China | ¥3B | 13.2% | 1,474,077 | ¥1,841 |
| 4 | Taiwan | ¥2B | 10.2% | 1,330,206 | ¥1,581 |
| 5 | Philippines | ¥1B | 5.7% | 609,069 | ¥1,936 |
Top import sources (2025)
| # | Country | Value | Share | Qty | Unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malaysia | ¥71B | 22.0% | 46,087,550 | ¥1,545 |
| 2 | Ghana | ¥68B | 21.0% | 43,838,170 | ¥1,546 |
| 3 | Singapore | ¥30B | 9.4% | 31,420,271 | ¥967 |
| 4 | Netherlands | ¥16B | 4.9% | 8,688,646 | ¥1,827 |
| 5 | Belgium | ¥14B | 4.4% | 5,688,295 | ¥2,508 |
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