In 10M2023, a record amount of chocolate was imported in Georgia in the last ten years (compared to the same periods of the previous years). According to official statistics, the volume and value of chocolate purchased by the country are characterized by an increasing trend y-o-y.
According to Geostat, this year, the country spent USD 53.8 million to buy 14,856 tons of chocolate and other ready-made food products containing cocoa. It should be noted that compared to the same period last year, the volume of goods increased by 3.6%, while the value of imported goods increased by 36.4%. Therefore, we can say that this year chocolate has become more expensive on the international market.
Where do we buy chocolate and cocoa products?
As of the statistical data, the main chocolate import market for Georgia is Russia.
The TOP-10 of importing countries:
1. Russia - USD 22.6 million, 7 238 tons;
2. Turkey - USD 11.8 million, 2 483 tons;
3. Ukraine - USD 7.3 million, 2 262 tons;
4. Belgium - USD 2.6 million, 696 tons;
5. Italy - USD 1.9 million, 568 tons;
6. Germany -USD 1.4 million, 431 tons;
7. Poland - USD 1 million, 159 tons;
8. Armenia - USD 925 thousand, 174 tons;
9. Netherlands - USD 740 thousand, 62 tons;
10. Azerbaijan - USD 676 thousand, 248 tons.
