Chocolate preparations (other) exports from Turkey: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of chocolate preparations (other) by Turkey reached $536.9 million in 2024 (137.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 184 countries. That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $536.9M | 137.5K t |
| 2023 | $513.6M | 130.5K t |
| 2022 | $488.4M | 136.0K t |
| 2021 | $407.9M | 132.4K t |
| 2020 | $340.4M | 116.5K t |
| 2019 | $350.3M | 128.8K t |
| 2018 | $330.7M | 120.8K t |
| 2017 | $296.2M | 108.2K t |
Where Turkey exports chocolate preparations (other) to
Most of it went to Iraq (12%), Saudi Arabia (9%), United Arab Emirates (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 27%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+147% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iraq | $62.3M | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $47.7M | 8.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $32.7M | 6.1% |
| Russia | $32.5M | 6.1% |
| Libya | $31.1M | 5.8% |
| United States | $27.2M | 5.1% |
| India | $16.0M | 3% |
| Azerbaijan | $13.3M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $12.8M | 2.4% |
| Kuwait | $11.0M | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.90 per kg, 41% below the world average of $6.64, 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.
Chocolate preparations (other) imports to Turkey
Imports of chocolate preparations (other) by Turkey reached $67.4 million in 2024 (9.3 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Italy (14%), Poland (13%), Germany (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 39%. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $9.6M | 14% |
| Poland | $8.5M | 13% |
| Germany | $8.1M | 12% |
| India | $8.0M | 12% |
| Belgium | $6.6M | 9.8% |
| United Kingdom | $6.5M | 9.7% |
| Ukraine | $4.7M | 6.9% |
| Azerbaijan | $2.6M | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 3.9% |
| France | $1.4M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey chocolate preparations (other) exports (HS 1806.90): 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 1806.90: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: n.e.c. in chapter 18.
Common questions
What is the value of chocolate preparations (other) exported by Turkey?
Turkey exported chocolate preparations (other) worth $536.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 137.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 184 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy chocolate preparations (other) from Turkey?
Iraq was the largest buyer with 12% of the value ($62.3 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (9%) and the United Arab Emirates (6%). The top three together account for 27%, out of 190 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 147% on the year.
What is the average export price of chocolate preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.90 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $6.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of chocolate preparations (other) from Turkey changed since 2017?
Exports went from $296.2 million in 2017 to $536.9 million in 2024, an increase of 81%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $408.0 million a year.
Does Turkey also import chocolate preparations (other)?
Yes. Turkey imported $67.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Poland and Germany. On balance Turkey is a net exporter of this product, by about $469.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for chocolate preparations (other)?
The HS code for chocolate preparations (other) is subheading 1806.90. It sits in HS chapter 18 (cocoa and cocoa preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1806 page.
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