Exporting chocolate to Europe

Exporting chocolate to Europe is a great opportunity for chocolate makers from developing countries. This is because Europe is the largest chocolate importer in the world. This study shows a growing trend of importing chocolate and cocoa-based products (HS 1806) from developing countries into Europe. This is driven by a strong demand for premium and speciality chocolates, including single-origin and artisanal chocolates. However, consumers are increasingly prioritising ethically sourced products and unique and innovative flavours. At the same time, sustainability standards are becoming mandatory. It is therefore important to understand European consumer preferences and meet strict regulatory standards to successfully make use of this changing and highly profitable market as a chocolate exporter.