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Pakistan: Cocoa Bean Market 2025

Cocoa Bean Market Size in Pakistan

In 2022, the Pakistani cocoa bean market decreased by -14.8% to $X, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, consumption saw a abrupt shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cocoa Bean Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2022, shipments abroad of cocoa beans decreased by 0% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. In general, exports saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 1,588%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, cocoa bean exports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 898% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Sri Lanka (X tons) was the main destination for cocoa bean exports from Pakistan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Sri Lanka was relatively modest.

From 2013 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Sri Lanka was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average cocoa bean export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 4.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2013 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Oman amounted to +27.0% per year.

Cocoa Bean Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of cocoa beans, when their volume increased by 33% to X tons. In general, imports, however, recorded a slight setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 98% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cocoa bean imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a pronounced downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 99%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Nigeria (X tons), Ghana (X tons) and Tanzania (X kg) were the main suppliers of cocoa bean imports to Pakistan, together accounting for 100% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Nigeria (with a CAGR of +2.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest cocoa bean suppliers to Pakistan were Nigeria ($X), Ghana ($X) and Tanzania ($X), together accounting for 100% of total imports.

Nigeria, with a CAGR of -0.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cocoa bean import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -1.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 3.1%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Tanzania (+31.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

The countries with the highest volumes of cocoa bean consumption in 2021 were Indonesia, Cote d'Ivoire and the Netherlands, together comprising 37% of global consumption. The United States, Germany, Malaysia, Brazil, Ghana, Nigeria, France, Turkey, Belgium and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 43%.

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

Cote d'Ivoire constituted the country with the largest volume of cocoa bean production, comprising approx. 39% of total volume. Moreover, cocoa bean production in Cote d'Ivoire exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Ghana, threefold. Indonesia ranked third in terms of total production with a 13% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cocoa beans to Pakistan?

In value terms, Nigeria constituted the largest supplier of cocoa bean to Pakistan.

What is the average export price for cocoa beans in Pakistan?

In 2019, the average cocoa bean export price amounted to $2,332 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.

What is the average import price for cocoa beans in Pakistan?

The average cocoa bean import price stood at $2,786 per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cocoa bean market in Pakistan. 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:

FCL 661 - Cocoa beans

Country coverage:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Pakistan
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024