Sweetened cocoa powder exports from Ghana: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of sweetened cocoa powder by Ghana reached $17.1 million in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 134 countries. That is 40% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 103% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $28.2 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 | $17.1M | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $28.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $22.5M | 7.6K t |
| 2021 | $12.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $233K | 266 t |
| 2019 | $12.9M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $120K | 47 t |
Where Ghana exports sweetened cocoa powder to
Nigeria alone took 98% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $16.8M | 98% |
| Togo | $122K | 0.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $115K | 0.7% |
| India | $26K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $13K | 0.1% |
| United States | $8K | 0.1% |
| Israel | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Kuwait | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.98 per kg, 24% below the world average of $3.91, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ghana?
The shipment records behind Ghana sweetened cocoa powder exports (HS 1806.10): 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 1806.10: Cocoa: powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of sweetened cocoa powder exported by Ghana?
Ghana exported sweetened cocoa powder worth $17.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 134 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries buy sweetened cocoa powder from Ghana?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 98% of the value ($16.8 million), followed by Togo (1%) and Cote d'Ivoire (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 18% on the year.
What is the average export price of sweetened cocoa powder per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.98 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $3.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of sweetened cocoa powder from Ghana changed since 2017?
Exports went from $120 thousand in 2017 to $17.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $28.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for sweetened cocoa powder?
The HS code for sweetened cocoa powder is subheading 1806.10. It sits in HS chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1806 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ghana. Tell us your product to see it live.
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