Cocoa waste trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in cocoa waste was worth $614.8 million in 2024, about 248.0 thousand tonnes. Trade has moved a lot over the period, and up 36% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $614.8M | 248.0K t |
| 2023 | $453.5M | 185.0K t |
| 2022 | $261.5M | 212.5K t |
| 2021 | $249.7M | 218.4K t |
| 2020 | $199.1M | 207.6K t |
| 2019 | $145.9M | 158.4K t |
| 2018 | $101.7M | 142.3K t |
| 2017 | $31.9M | 106.8K t |
Top cocoa waste exporting countries
Exports are led by Cote d'Ivoire (93%), France (2%) and Germany (1%). 78 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 96%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $573.8M | 93% |
| France | $9.3M | 1.5% |
| Germany | $5.1M | 0.8% |
| Ghana | $3.7M | 0.6% |
| Malaysia | $2.8M | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $2.5M | 0.4% |
| Bulgaria | $2.2M | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 0.3% |
| Peru | $1.6M | 0.3% |
| Nigeria | $1.6M | 0.3% |
| Cameroon | $1.6M | 0.3% |
| Indonesia | $1.3M | 0.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 34% of world imports, ahead of Spain and Mexico. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 77% across 94 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $208.2M | 34% |
| Spain | $194.1M | 32% |
| Mexico | $68.9M | 11% |
| Malaysia | $45.7M | 7.4% |
| Germany | $13.0M | 2.1% |
| Indonesia | $12.5M | 2% |
| Brazil | $12.3M | 2% |
| Poland | $7.8M | 1.3% |
| Uruguay | $7.1M | 1.2% |
| Cambodia | $6.9M | 1.1% |
| France | $6.2M | 1% |
| Netherlands | $5.6M | 0.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Cote d'Ivoire averaged $3.79 per kg and Germany $0.19 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 1802: Cocoa; shells, husks, skins and other cocoa waste. HS 1802 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most cocoa waste?
Cote d'Ivoire exported $573.8 million in 2024, 93% of the world total, followed by France (2%) and Germany (1%). In all, 78 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most cocoa waste?
The United States imported $208.2 million in 2024, 34% of world imports, ahead of Spain (32%) and Mexico (11%). The top three importers together take 77%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in cocoa waste?
It was worth $614.8 million in 2024, about 248.0 thousand tonnes. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 78 countries reported exports and 94 reported imports.
What is the average price of cocoa waste per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Cote d'Ivoire averaged $3.79 per kg and Germany $0.19 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for cocoa waste?
The HS code for cocoa waste is heading 1802, in chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 1802 page.
How can I find cocoa waste buyers and suppliers?
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