NEW YORK (WABC) -- Mummies, zombies and ghosts won't be the only things scaring you this Halloween because these spooky season prices are frightening.

Americans are projected by the National Retail Federation to spend a record $13 billion on Halloween this year and nearly $4 billion on treats alone.

Much of those seasonal items like costumes and decorations are imported from China and thus what's in the stores got hit with tariffs.

But the costs of candy is also rising especially chocolate. Due to extreme weather is West Africa and inflation, the price of cocoa has doubled since the beginning of 2024.

Don't get spooked though, because there are ways to save on sweets.

If you're running out drug stores and grocery stores will be more expensive, try to buy in bulk so you can get those

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