In 2023, Germany dominated the European export market for food preparations with at most 18% cocoa butter in packings exceeding 2 kg, holding 78.13% market share. It saw a significant year-on-year increase of 65.75%, highlighting robust growth. Slovakia, with a 6.4% share, and the Netherlands, at 3.59%, experienced moderate to negative growth rates of 3.33% and -7.83%, respectively. Spain and Sweden reported declines, while Slovenia and Greece displayed notable growth. Belgium's export contribution dropped to zero. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate indicates a variable trend across countries.
Future trends to watch include Germany's continued dominance and potential market consolidation, alongside potential recovery in previously declining markets like Belgium. Emerging trends may arise from Eastern European countries such as Slovenia and Greece due to their significant positive variations. Monitoring consumer preferences and regulatory developments impacting cocoa products will be crucial for forecasting export patterns.
Top countries in Export of Food Preparations Containing at Most 18% of Cocoa Butter and in Packings Exceeding 2 kg Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 78.13 | 2023 | +29.89% | +65.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovakia | 6.4 | 2023 | +4.57% | +3.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 3.59 | 2023 | +5.82% | -7.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 2.86 | 2023 | +193.39% | -10.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 2.2 | 2023 | +0.47% | -2.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 1.89 | 2023 | +2.84% | +3.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 1.43 | 2023 | +2.49% | +0.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 0.77 | 2023 | +7.15% | +31.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 0.67 | 2023 | +8.08% | +3.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.43 | 2023 | -54.1% | View data |
