Cocoa powder imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tunisia imported cocoa powder worth $13.7 million (3.3 thousand tonnes). That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $12.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $9.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $7.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 2.8K t |
Where Tunisia imports cocoa powder from
Most of the value came from Spain (38%), Germany (33%), Netherlands (20%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+247% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.17 per kg, close to the world average of $4.28.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cocoa powder exports from Tunisia
In 2024, Tunisia exported cocoa powder worth $222 thousand (49 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Senegal (35%), Algeria (24%), Saudi Arabia (20%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Senegal | $77K | 35% |
| Algeria | $54K | 24% |
| Saudi Arabia | $45K | 20% |
| Morocco | $29K | 13% |
| Libya | $14K | 6.1% |
| Canada | $3K | 1.5% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia cocoa powder imports (HS 1805): 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 1805: Cocoa; powder, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of cocoa powder imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported cocoa powder worth $13.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply cocoa powder to Tunisia?
Spain was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Germany (33%) and the Netherlands (20%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 288% on the year.
What is the average import price of cocoa powder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.17 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cocoa powder to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $13.7 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export cocoa powder?
Yes. Tunisia exported $222 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Senegal, Algeria and Saudi Arabia. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $13.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for cocoa powder?
The HS code for cocoa powder is heading 1805. In Tunisia all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 1805.00. It sits in HS chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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