Sweetened cocoa powder exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of sweetened cocoa powder by the United States reached $29.2 million in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 134 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $29.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $27.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $33.6M | 7.3K t |
| 2021 | $27.6M | 6.6K t |
| 2020 | $22.3M | 5.5K t |
| 2019 | $31.3M | 6.5K t |
| 2018 | $27.5M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $25.4M | 6.1K t |
Where the United States exports sweetened cocoa powder to
Most of it went to Canada (40%), Saudi Arabia (10%), South Africa (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $11.7M | 40% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.8M | 9.7% |
| South Africa | $1.3M | 4.6% |
| Mexico | $1.3M | 4.4% |
| Panama | $1.2M | 4.3% |
| China | $1.0M | 3.4% |
| Vietnam | $794K | 2.7% |
| El Salvador | $790K | 2.7% |
| Barbados | $750K | 2.6% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $739K | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.30 per kg, 36% above the world average of $3.91. 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.
Sweetened cocoa powder imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported sweetened cocoa powder worth $10.7 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 208 countries. The largest suppliers were Turkey (16%), Hong Kong (13%), Sri Lanka (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 37%. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.7M | 16% |
| Hong Kong | $1.4M | 13% |
| Sri Lanka | $863K | 8.1% |
| Czech Republic | $800K | 7.5% |
| China | $796K | 7.4% |
| Ecuador | $590K | 5.5% |
| Colombia | $475K | 4.4% |
| Malaysia | $425K | 4% |
| Italy | $388K | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $339K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
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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 1806.10: Cocoa: powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of sweetened cocoa powder exported by the United States?
The United States exported sweetened cocoa powder worth $29.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 134 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy sweetened cocoa powder from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 40% of the value ($11.7 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (10%) and South Africa (5%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 97 buyer countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average export price of sweetened cocoa powder per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.30 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $3.91 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 exports of sweetened cocoa powder from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $25.4 million in 2017 to $29.2 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $33.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also import sweetened cocoa powder?
Yes. The United States imported $10.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, Hong Kong and Sri Lanka. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $18.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sweetened cocoa powder?
The HS code for sweetened cocoa powder is subheading 1806.10. 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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