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Egypt: Cocoa Paste Market 2025

Cocoa Paste Market Size in Egypt

The Egyptian cocoa paste market reached $X in 2021, increasing by 9.4% against the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Cocoa Paste Production in Egypt

In value terms, cocoa paste production expanded significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 44% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Cocoa Paste Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2021, shipments abroad of cocoa paste decreased by -44.4% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 1,294% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cocoa paste exports shrank notably to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a noticeable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 1,581% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Venezuela (X tons) was the main destination for cocoa paste exports from Egypt, with a approx. 92% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Venezuela was relatively modest.

In value terms, Venezuela ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cocoa paste exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Venezuela was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average cocoa paste export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, waning by -25.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 39% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Venezuela.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Kuwait amounted to +28.6% per year.

Cocoa Paste Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of cocoa paste, when their volume increased by 42% to X tons. Overall, imports continue to indicate prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 53%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, cocoa paste imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +8.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Ghana (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of cocoa paste to Egypt, accounting for a 59% share of total imports. Moreover, cocoa paste imports from Ghana exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Cote d'Ivoire (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the Netherlands (X tons), with a 5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Ghana amounted to +10.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Cote d'Ivoire (+19.5% per year) and the Netherlands (+7.7% per year).

In value terms, Ghana ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cocoa paste to Egypt, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Cote d'Ivoire ($X), with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 5.2% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Ghana amounted to +6.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Cote d'Ivoire (+15.7% per year) and the Netherlands (+5.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average cocoa paste import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 12% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded a noticeable setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 20% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (-2.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cocoa paste in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cocoa paste consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 27% share of global consumption. Japan, Pakistan, Indonesia, Brazil, Bangladesh, the UK, Nigeria, Russia, Mexico and Vietnam lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of cocoa paste in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cocoa paste production was China, comprising approx. 14% of total volume. Moreover, cocoa paste production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cocoa paste to Egypt?

In value terms, Ghana constituted the largest supplier of cocoa paste to Egypt, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 5.4% share.

What are the leading importers of cocoa paste from Egypt?

In value terms, Venezuela emerged as the key foreign market for cocoa paste exports from Egypt, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Yemen, with a 25% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cocoa paste in Egypt?

In 2021, the average cocoa paste export price amounted to $2,736 per ton, dropping by -33.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cocoa paste in Egypt?

In 2021, the average cocoa paste import price amounted to $3,534 per ton, with an increase of 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cocoa paste market in Egypt. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 10821100 - Cocoa paste (excluding containing added sugar or other sweetening matter)

Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Egypt
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024