**Greek Imports of Cocoa Powder Rise Amid Seasonal Demand**
**Chocolate makers in Greece boost imports ahead of summer confectionery season**
• Greek imports of cocoa powder (HS Code 1805) surged 12% in May from the previous month.
• The increase was largely driven by growing demand for chocolate products during the summer season, which typically peaks in June and July.
• Cocoa powder prices have remained relatively stable this year, averaging around $2,500 per metric ton.
Greek imports of cocoa powder are expected to continue their upward trend as confectionery manufacturers ramp up production to meet seasonal demand. Chocolate makers are reportedly stockpiling cocoa powder to ensure a steady supply throughout the peak summer months, which may lead to further increases in import volumes.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 5,374,836 | 12,141,429 |
| 2021 | 5,198,207 | 13,362,312 |
| 2022 | 6,018,271 | 17,662,702 |
| 2023 | 5,892,431 | 18,434,693 |
| 2024 | 5,532,854 | 24,320,573 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 2,640,129 | 11,898,840 |
| Germany | 1,332,448 | 6,072,512 |
| Spain | 653,393 | 2,305,787 |
| Poland | 336,247 | 1,371,388 |
| Bulgaria | 228,779 | 507,390 |
| France | 77,389 | 366,525 |
| Romania | 72,100 | 583,515 |
| Belgium | 45,241 | 306,061 |
| Malaysia | 45,200 | 197,980 |
| Italy | 39,498 | 283,050 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 3,042,699 | 9,796,139 |
| Germany | 1,391,107 | 4,119,261 |
| Spain | 755,325 | 1,989,480 |
| France | 350,899 | 1,250,783 |
| Bulgaria | 123,004 | 366,611 |
| Côte d Ivoire | 90,000 | 265,500 |
| Belgium | 34,913 | 135,589 |
| Italy | 31,565 | 161,309 |
| Peru | 16,000 | 70,605 |
| Poland | 12,985 | 50,040 |
