Unfilled chocolate bars imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported unfilled chocolate bars worth $946.7 million (124.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 218 countries for imports of this product. That is 23% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $946.7M | 124.7K t |
| 2023 | $767.1M | 105.6K t |
| 2022 | $687.1M | 103.7K t |
| 2021 | $603.5M | 92.7K t |
| 2020 | $502.1M | 78.7K t |
| 2019 | $513.7M | 78.6K t |
| 2018 | $490.7M | 77.6K t |
| 2017 | $518.3M | 82.0K t |
Where the United States imports unfilled chocolate bars from
The largest suppliers were Canada (45%), Mexico (16%), Switzerland (8%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+53% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $429.6M | 45% |
| Mexico | $154.7M | 16% |
| Switzerland | $74.3M | 7.8% |
| Germany | $64.4M | 6.8% |
| Belgium | $63.8M | 6.7% |
| Austria | $36.6M | 3.9% |
| Italy | $26.9M | 2.8% |
| Colombia | $13.1M | 1.4% |
| Poland | $8.5M | 0.9% |
| France | $8.5M | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.59 per kg, close to the world average of $7.39.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Unfilled chocolate bars exports from the United States
Exports of unfilled chocolate bars by the United States reached $213.5 million in 2024 (25.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 163 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $120.5M | 56% |
| Mexico | $20.4M | 9.6% |
| Germany | $10.2M | 4.8% |
| Australia | $7.3M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $4.9M | 2.3% |
| South Korea | $4.4M | 2% |
| Dominican Republic | $3.9M | 1.8% |
| Guatemala | $2.8M | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 1.1% |
| Honduras | $2.3M | 1.1% |
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 1806.32: Chocolate and other food preparations containing cocoa: in blocks, slabs or bars, (not filled), weighing 2kg or less.
Common questions
What is the value of unfilled chocolate bars imported by the United States?
The United States imported unfilled chocolate bars worth $946.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 124.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 218 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply unfilled chocolate bars to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($429.6 million), followed by Mexico (16%) and Switzerland (8%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 93 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 53% on the year.
What is the average import price of unfilled chocolate bars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.59 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $7.39 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 unfilled chocolate bars to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $518.3 million in 2017 to $946.7 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does the United States also export unfilled chocolate bars?
Yes. The United States exported $213.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $733.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for unfilled chocolate bars?
The HS code for unfilled chocolate bars is subheading 1806.32. 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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