The Netherlands leads the global import of cocoa beans with a 28.15% share, followed by the United States (10.62%) and Germany (9.13%). Countries like Malaysia, Belgium, and Indonesia are also prominent. From 2022 to 2023, notable growth has been observed in imports by Indonesia, Mexico, and Armenia. Conversely, the UK and Russia have experienced declines. Over the last five years, smaller economies like Benin and Namibia have shown significant growth.
Future trends to watch include potential increased cocoa imports by developing markets, driven by rising chocolate demand. Economic fluctuations may continue to impact traditional importers like the UK and Russia, altering their market shares.
Top countries in Import of Cocoa Beans Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 28.15 | 2023 | +2.81% | +3.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 10.62 | 2023 | -0.19% | +1.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 9.13 | 2023 | +0.62% | +1.74% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Malaysia | 7.95 | 2023 | +0.98% | +0.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 7.19 | 2023 | +1.07% | +4.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Indonesia | 6.72 | 2023 | +5.31% | +5.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 4.37 | 2023 | +0.84% | +1.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 2.88 | 2023 | +1.13% | +2.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.59 | 2023 | +0.33% | +2.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Canada | 2.44 | 2023 | +2.37% | +2.38% | View data |
