Whole coconuts exports from Cote d'Ivoire: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported whole coconuts worth $10.0 million (27.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 94 countries. Value rose 14% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $13.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10.0M | 27.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.8M | 27.8K t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 32.2K t |
| 2021 | $13.2M | 33.9K t |
| 2020 | $9.5M | 32.5K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 34.3K t |
| 2018 | $12.7M | 35.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 6.2K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire exports whole coconuts to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (32%), Belgium (10%), Italy (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+288% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 32% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 10% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 10% |
| Dominican Republic | $873K | 8.7% |
| France | $686K | 6.8% |
| Russia | $505K | 5% |
| Senegal | $425K | 4.2% |
| Canada | $290K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $288K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $279K | 2.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.36 per kg, 33% below the world average of $0.54, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire whole coconuts exports (HS 0801.12): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 0801.12: Nuts, edible: coconuts, in the inner shell (endocarp).
Common questions
What is the value of whole coconuts exported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire exported whole coconuts worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 94 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy whole coconuts from Cote d'Ivoire?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by Belgium (10%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 37 buyer countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 288% on the year.
What is the average export price of whole coconuts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.36 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $0.54 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of whole coconuts from Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, an increase of 168%. The peak was 2021 at $13.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for whole coconuts?
The HS code for whole coconuts is subheading 0801.12. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0801 page.
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