In 2023, the import of sweetened cocoa powder to the UK stood at 10.1 million kilograms. Based on forecasted data, the imports are expected to rise each year, reaching 12.179 million kilograms in 2028. The year-on-year percentage growth from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 3.9%, followed by 3.7% from 2025 to 2026, 3.5% from 2026 to 2027, and 3.3% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the forecast period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 3.4%.
Future trends to watch for include changes in consumer preferences towards healthy and organic products, potential shifts due to trade agreements and tariffs, and the impact of climate change on cocoa production affecting supply chains.
