Key Market Indicators
Export of Iranian chocolate is forecast to reach $150 million by 2026, up 2.7% year on year on average. In 2021, Iran was the 33rd largest chocolate exporter, with $125 million in exports. Egypt led the way with $126 million, followed by Belgium, Italy and the Netherlands. Import of Iranian chocolate is expected to increase to $19 million by 2026, growing at an average annual rate of 2.5%. In 2021, Iran ranked 95th in the world in terms of chocolate imports, with $16 million. Nepal imported the most, at $16 million, followed by Germany, France and the United Kingdom.