Chocolate preparations (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of chocolate preparations (other) by the United States reached $1.92 billion in 2024 (267.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 224 countries. That is 13% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $1.92B | 267.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.70B | 254.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.64B | 262.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.37B | 237.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.23B | 232.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.24B | 222.8K t |
| 2018 | $1.16B | 211.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.09B | 206.2K t |
Where the United States imports chocolate preparations (other) from
The largest suppliers were Canada (40%), Mexico (22%), Poland (6%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $765.0M | 40% |
| Mexico | $418.6M | 22% |
| Poland | $116.1M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $105.5M | 5.5% |
| Belgium | $92.6M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $67.8M | 3.5% |
| France | $41.1M | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $36.6M | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $27.2M | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $26.5M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.19 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 States
The United States exported $1.11 billion of chocolate preparations (other) in 2024 (150.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 184 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (35%), Mexico (13%), Vietnam (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $390.9M | 35% |
| Mexico | $140.6M | 13% |
| Vietnam | $57.3M | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $46.8M | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $45.0M | 4% |
| Australia | $38.2M | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $30.3M | 2.7% |
| China | $29.4M | 2.6% |
| Philippines | $24.0M | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $20.3M | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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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 States?
The United States imported chocolate preparations (other) worth $1.92 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 267.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 224 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply chocolate preparations (other) to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($765.0 million), followed by Mexico (22%) and Poland (6%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 107 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 47% on the year.
What is the average import price of chocolate preparations (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.19 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $6.64 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of chocolate preparations (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.09 billion in 2017 to $1.92 billion in 2024, an increase of 76%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export chocolate preparations (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $1.11 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Vietnam. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $804.0 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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