Complete Guide to Cocoa Export from Africa
Master the art of cocoa export from West Africa's cocoa belt. Learn HS codes, certifications, quality grading, and value-addition opportunities for premium market access.
- 70%
- Global Production
- $130B+
- Market Size
- 5M+
- Farmers
Top African Cocoa Producers
African Cocoa Industry
Africa dominates global cocoa production, with Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana producing over 60% of the world's cocoa. The cocoa belt extends across West Africa, providing ideal growing conditions for high-quality cocoa beans.
Value Addition Opportunities
Moving beyond raw bean exports to semi-processed and finished products significantly increases export value. Cocoa butter, powder, and chocolate products command premium prices.
Quality Grading Standards
Grade 1
Premium quality, max 3% defects, 105+ beans/100g
+15-20%Grade 2
Standard quality, max 6% defects, 100-105 beans/100g
Base priceSub-standard
Lower quality, >6% defects, not recommended for export
-20-30%Next step
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