In 2023, China's imports of cocoa and cocoa preparations stood at a significant value, with its trajectory showing a consistent upward trend from 2024 onwards. The projected imports are expected to grow from 1.23 billion USD in 2024 to 1.46 billion USD by 2028. This represents a steady year-on-year growth rate of about 4.65% during this period.

Future trends to watch for include:

The increasing demand for chocolate and cocoa-related products in China due to changing consumer tastes and preferences.
Potential impacts of economic factors, such as inflation and exchange rates, on import costs.
Emerging competitors within local markets and their influence on import dependence.