In 2023, the Netherlands led European cocoa butter exports, accounting for 55.82%. This was followed by Germany at 19.69% and France at 16.04%. Belgium and the UK trailed further behind, registering 2.78% and 1.94% respectively. While there were notable increases in some countries such as Portugal (62.57%) and Lithuania (45.36%), the UK and Spain saw declines of 7.57% and 4.52%. Over the past five years, the CAGR showed a mixed pattern, with some countries like Ireland and Sweden experiencing significant growth, while others like Hungary and Romania faced downturns. The market remains volatile with varying growth rates across countries.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in trade policies impacting export dynamics, as well as increasing competition from emerging markets. Sustainability and ethical sourcing initiatives in cocoa-producing nations may also influence export patterns, along with consumer preferences for high-quality cocoa products. Monitoring these elements will be crucial to understanding future movements in the European cocoa butter, fat, and oil export landscape.
Top countries in Export of Cocoa Butter, Fat and Oil Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 55.82 | 2023 | +1.64% | +1.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19.69 | 2023 | +8.8% | +3.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 16.04 | 2023 | +1.29% | +0.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 2.78 | 2023 | +0.45% | +5.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 1.94 | 2023 | -1.54% | -7.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1.65 | 2023 | -1.82% | -4.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 0.5 | 2023 | +0.009% | +4.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 0.21 | 2023 | -5.67% | -5.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 0.19 | 2023 | +18.35% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 0.15 | 2023 | +38.78% | +62.57% | View data |
