The Ivory Coast leads global exports of cocoa shells, husks, skins, and waste, exporting almost three times more than Germany, its closest competitor. Germany and the Netherlands follow, with moderate increases in export volume. Emerging players like Tanzania and South Africa exhibit strong growth, with over 20% and 13% increases, respectively, signaling potential shifts in market dynamics. Meanwhile, Switzerland and the United States experienced significant declines of 12.81% and 10.78%, respectively. Overall, most countries show slight year-on-year variations, suggesting a relatively stable but competitive market landscape.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential for major exporters such as the Ivory Coast and Germany to further consolidate their market positions.
- The increasing role of emerging markets like Tanzania and South Africa, which may continue their upward trajectory.
- Monitoring the impact of sustainable practices and technological advances in cocoa processing, which could affect production and export dynamics.
- Geopolitical and economic factors that might influence trade flows, tariffs, and the international demand for cocoa products.
- Potential market opportunities for countries with declining exports, if they can adapt to changing global demands and implement efficiency improvements.
Top countries in Export of Cocoa Shells, Husks, Skins and Waste by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ivory Coast | 113,350,000 | 2023 | +2.66% | +3.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 36,778,000 | 2023 | +2.99% | +5.28% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 35,091,000 | 2023 | -1.23% | -1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Indonesia | 11,468,000 | 2023 | +2.36% | +4.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Singapore | 6,487,800 | 2023 | +3.58% | -0.69% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 3,028,200 | 2023 | +0.12% | +3.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 2,387,300 | 2023 | -3.33% | +2.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 2,330,500 | 2023 | +2.57% | -2.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Tanzania | 1,413,700 | 2023 | +1.87% | +20.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 889,480 | 2023 | +4.42% | -12.81% | View data |
