Cocoa beans exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of cocoa beans by Kenya reached $28.1 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). That is 26% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average.
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 | $28.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $22.2M | 8.0K t |
| 2022 | $20.3M | 9.1K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $18.5M | 7.3K t |
| 2019 | $15.4M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 1.9K t |
Where Kenya exports cocoa beans to
One buyer market dominates: Indonesia accounted for 96% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $26.9M | 96% |
| Malaysia | $1.1M | 4.1% |
| France | $7K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.12 per kg, 59% above the world average of $5.74. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya cocoa beans exports (HS 1801): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 1801: Cocoa beans; whole or broken, raw or roasted.
Common questions
What is the value of cocoa beans exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported cocoa beans worth $28.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 137 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries buy cocoa beans from Kenya?
Indonesia was the largest buyer with 96% of the value ($26.9 million), followed by Malaysia (4%) and France (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 52% on the year.
What is the average export price of cocoa beans per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.12 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $5.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of cocoa beans from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $28.1 million in 2024, an increase of 544%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for cocoa beans?
The HS code for cocoa beans is heading 1801. In Kenya all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 1801.00. It sits in HS chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1801 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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