Chocolate preparations (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of chocolate preparations (other) by the United Kingdom reached $1.61 billion in 2024 (221.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 224 countries. That is 11% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $1.61B | 221.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.45B | 219.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.25B | 235.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.08B | 188.7K t |
| 2020 | $1.05B | 198.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.04B | 195.9K t |
| 2018 | $1.23B | 208.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.06B | 207.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports chocolate preparations (other) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (22%), Poland (14%), France (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 50%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $350.3M | 22% |
| Poland | $224.3M | 14% |
| France | $222.5M | 14% |
| Italy | $221.4M | 14% |
| Belgium | $185.3M | 12% |
| Ireland | $89.0M | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $69.7M | 4.3% |
| United States | $46.8M | 2.9% |
| Switzerland | $44.0M | 2.7% |
| Lithuania | $36.4M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.28 per kg, close to the world average of $6.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Chocolate preparations (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $659.3 million of chocolate preparations (other) in 2024 (72.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 184 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Ireland (25%), Netherlands (18%), France (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $163.5M | 25% |
| Netherlands | $120.4M | 18% |
| France | $49.7M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $30.6M | 4.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $28.6M | 4.3% |
| United States | $26.5M | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $24.3M | 3.7% |
| Singapore | $21.1M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $20.1M | 3.1% |
| Australia | $15.2M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom chocolate preparations (other) imports (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) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported chocolate preparations (other) worth $1.61 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 221.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 224 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply chocolate preparations (other) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($350.3 million), followed by Poland (14%) and France (14%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 96 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 45% on the year.
What is the average import price of chocolate preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.28 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $6.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of chocolate preparations (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.06 billion in 2017 to $1.61 billion in 2024, an increase of 52%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.22 billion a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export chocolate preparations (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $659.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $950.2 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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