In January-August 2023, chocolate and cocoa-containing food product exports from Georgia hit a record high. Products of 586 tons USD 2 million 789 thousand worth were exported from Georgia.
According to the National Statistics Office of Georgia, chocolate exports have increased by 76% compared to the previous year. However, it should be noted that the share of local exports in the exporting figure is only 31%, and the remaining 69% accounts for re-exports.
The main exporting market for Georgia is Armenia, which accounts for 46% of total exports.
TOP Countries By Chocolate Exprots:
1. Armenia - USD 1.3 million, 251 tons;
2. Iran - USD 877 thousand, 175 tons;
3. Azerbaijan - USD 409 thousand, 109 tons;
4. Saudi Arabia - USD 90 thousand, 33 tons;
5. Uzbekistan - USD 85 thousand, 14 tons.
