In 2023, France emerged as the leading European importer of food preparations containing at most 18% cocoa butter in large packings, though it saw a slight decline of 0.75% compared to the previous year. Poland, following closely, noted a modest rise of 2.71%. Remarkably, Sweden and Malta witnessed significant imports growth, at 18.17% and 9.02% respectively. Conversely, Finland and Cyprus experienced decreases, with Finland's import declining by 2.38% and Cyprus by a substantial 15.22%. Other notable increases were in Italy and Belgium, at 16.38% and 8.78% respectively.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in imports in Southern and Eastern Europe due to evolving consumer preferences and economic recovery. Moreover, economic policies, international trade dynamics, and sustainability trends could influence shifts in import behaviors across different countries in this sector. Ensuring resilience in supply chains and adapting to new market demands will likely be crucial for sustained growth.
Top countries in Import of Food Preparations Containing at Most 18% of Cocoa Butter and in Packings Exceeding 2 kg by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 27,283,000 | 2023 | +4.8% | -0.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 26,750,000 | 2023 | +2.61% | +2.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 21,889,000 | 2023 | +8.9% | +3.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 16,947,000 | 2023 | +4.94% | +4.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czechia | 11,217,000 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 Spain | 9,120,100 | 2023 | +11.85% | +5.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 7,917,900 | 2023 | +1.69% | +1.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 5,837,900 | 2023 | +14.71% | +5.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 5,322,200 | 2023 | +6.72% | +8.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 4,327,200 | 2023 | +4.28% | +16.38% | View data |
