Premium dark chocolate bar with rich cocoa intensity and smooth finish for wholesale and confectionery buyers.
FAQ
Hitos Dark Chocolate is formulated with natural cocoa butter and cocoa powder, featuring a balanced 55% to 60% cocoa solids ratio, delivering a rich chocolate flavor without excess astringency.
Due to the absence of milk solids and the presence of natural cocoa antioxidants, dark chocolate offers an extended 18-month shelf life, making it highly suited for long-distance maritime container shipments.
The primary recipe contains no animal-derived ingredients. However, as it is produced in a facility that also processes dairy products, cross-contamination trace warnings may apply for strict vegans.
A 20ft standard container typically holds around 10-12 metric tons (palletized), while a 40ft High Cube Reefer container can accommodate up to 22 metric tons depending on road transport weight limits.
Pricing is volume-tiered and quoted based on Incoterms (EXW Factory or FOB Bandar Abbas/Anzali). Official proforma invoices are issued with clear breakdown of logistics and compliance costs.
Advanced tempering processes stabilize the cocoa butter crystals during production. However, storage temperatures exceeding 24°C or extreme thermal fluctuations can still cause surface fat bloom.
Payments are structured via telegraphic transfer (T/T), exchange accounts, or advance deposit with final balance cleared prior to container loading, as agreed in the sales contract.