Cocoa Liquor Price

Monthly reported customs unit values, not live or executable quotes.

Latest reported price

$8,581 USD/t

As of Jul 2026

LowPrevious 12 months

The latest value is below the typical range of $8,799–$11,193 USD/t.

Cocoa Liquor Price History

Cocoa Liquor Prices by Country

Cocoa liquor export unit values are shown in USD/t. Compare the reporting dates as well as the values; product mix and delivery terms can differ between countries.

CountryLatest · USD/tYoY
Brazil$8,456
Jul 1, 2026
-47%
Canada$8,379
Jul 1, 2026
-7.1%
Switzerland$14,180
Jul 1, 2026
+48%
Georgia$5,880
Jul 1, 2026
Not reported
Lithuania$6,784
Jul 1, 2026
-41%
United States$4,626
Jul 1, 2026
-3.6%
Bolivia$22,334
Jun 1, 2026
Not reported
Germany$8,062
Jun 1, 2026
-43%
Estonia$5,850
Jun 1, 2026
-57%
United Kingdom$8,433
Jun 1, 2026
-53%
Greece$5,091
Jun 1, 2026
Not reported
Guatemala$39,112
Jun 1, 2026
Not reported
Indonesia$10,065
Jun 1, 2026
-24%
Japan$12,909
Jun 1, 2026
+8.4%
Latvia$6,626
Jun 1, 2026
Not reported
Netherlands$8,848
Jun 1, 2026
-30%
Poland$10,004
Jun 1, 2026
-8.8%
Serbia$6,905
Jun 1, 2026
-65%
Belgium$9,179
May 1, 2026
-48%
Côte d’Ivoire$6,405
May 1, 2026
-31%
Spain$8,926
May 1, 2026
Not reported
India$4,862
May 1, 2026
-67%
Italy$14,855
May 1, 2026
-18%
Malaysia$3,437
May 1, 2026
-24%
Romania$7,786
May 1, 2026
Not reported
Slovakia$9,635
May 1, 2026
-34%
Colombia$10,053
Apr 1, 2026
-17%
Dominican Republic$6,263
Apr 1, 2026
Not reported
Portugal$4,866
Apr 1, 2026
Not reported
Bulgaria$6,839
Mar 1, 2026
-49%
Chile$469
Mar 1, 2026
-97%
Ecuador$7,702
Mar 1, 2026
Not reported
Ghana$7,725
Mar 1, 2026
+19%
Thailand$5,468
Mar 1, 2026
Not reported
South Africa$6,195
Feb 1, 2026
Not reported
Kazakhstan$10,200
Jan 1, 2026
Not reported
France$11,572
Dec 1, 2025
-11%
Croatia$11,342
Dec 1, 2025
Not reported
South Korea$22,010
Dec 1, 2025
Not reported
Singapore$14,294
Dec 1, 2025
+39%
Türkiye$11,524
Dec 1, 2025
-18%
Ireland$4,302
Nov 1, 2025
Not reported
Togo$423
Nov 1, 2025
Not reported
Panama$3,250
Oct 1, 2025
+8.3%
Mexico$11,927
Sep 1, 2025
Not reported
Sweden$8,105
Sep 1, 2025
Not reported
Hungary$12,184
Aug 1, 2025
Not reported
Australia$9,174
Jul 1, 2025
Not reported
Finland$16,728
Jul 1, 2025
Not reported
Nigeria$11,166
Jun 1, 2025
Not reported
China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region$3,360
May 1, 2025
Not reported
Peru$15,353
Apr 1, 2025
+143%
Czechia$16,651
Feb 1, 2025
Not reported
Moldova$11,013
Feb 1, 2025
Not reported
North Macedonia$5,096
Feb 1, 2025
Not reported
Oman$14,398
Jan 1, 2025
Not reported
Saudi Arabia$11,228
Jan 1, 2025
Not reported
China$10,955
Dec 1, 2024
+98%
Ukraine$9,156
Dec 1, 2024
Not reported
Denmark$22,154
Sep 1, 2024
Not reported
Israel$6,396
Aug 1, 2024
Not reported
Angola$3,367
May 1, 2024
Not reported
El Salvador$22,638
Apr 1, 2024
Not reported
Norway$4,265
Jan 1, 2024
Not reported
Bosnia and Herzegovina$2,238
Dec 1, 2023
Not reported
Cameroon$5,181
Dec 1, 2023
+67%
Vietnam$4,338
Dec 1, 2023
+13%
Slovenia$6,346
Aug 1, 2023
Not reported
Nicaragua$14,000
Jul 1, 2023
Not reported
Uruguay$5,687
Sep 1, 2022
Not reported
Austria$4,280
Aug 1, 2022
Not reported
Belarus$3,541
Feb 1, 2022
Not reported
Russia$3,963
Dec 1, 2021
+10%
New Zealand$5,042
Feb 1, 2021
Not reported
Philippines$1,400
Nov 1, 2020
Not reported
Uganda$2,988
Nov 1, 2020
Not reported
Uzbekistan$4,656
Apr 1, 2020
Not reported
United Arab Emirates$3,225
Dec 1, 2019
Not reported
Honduras$6,198
Dec 1, 2017
Not reported
Kuwait$4,943
Nov 1, 2017
Not reported
Malawi$2,739
Aug 1, 2016
Not reported
Egypt$1,003
Dec 1, 2015
Not reported
Pakistan$5,003
Aug 1, 2015
Not reported
Madagascar$1,889
Apr 1, 2015
Not reported
Tunisia$3,700
Dec 1, 2014
Not reported
Luxembourg$8.20
Oct 1, 2013
Not reported
Gambia$2,757
Nov 1, 2012
Not reported
Jordan$3,645
Mar 1, 2012
Not reported
Sri Lanka$5,246
Feb 1, 2012
Not reported
Yemen$3,274
Feb 1, 2012
Not reported
Algeria$3,965
Nov 1, 2011
Not reported
Argentina$4,900
Feb 1, 2010
Not reported

What shapes cocoa liquor prices?

Use these documented market characteristics when comparing periods, countries and supplier quotes.

Seasonality

Seasonal pattern: Yes

Cocoa bean harvests in West Africa peak between October and January, so bulk shipments of liquor are strongest in the first half of the year. After the main harvest, inventories decline and availability tightens in the second half, creating a seasonal rhythm in supply. Export schedules follow the harvest calendar, with most shipments loading in the months following each regional crop.

Demand driver

Chocolate consumption trends

Growth in premium and dark‑chocolate markets drives higher liquor demand.

Demand driver

Cocoa butter demand in cosmetics

Non‑food uses for cocoa butter increase overall liquor processing volumes.

Demand driver

Seasonal holidays

Easter, Christmas and other celebrations raise short‑term demand for chocolate products.

Quote basis

Why quoted prices can differ

Cocoa liquor is typically quoted fob, commonly FOB, CIF, FCA. Compare freight, insurance and delivery point before treating two quotes as equivalent.

Cocoa Liquor Price Questions

What is cocoa liquor?
Cocoa liquor is the liquid‑like paste obtained by grinding roasted cocoa beans. It contains both cocoa solids and cocoa butter and is the base material for chocolate, cocoa butter and cocoa powder.
How is cocoa liquor produced?
After harvesting, beans are fermented, dried, roasted, and winnowed to remove shells. The resulting nibs are ground in a stone mill or roller grinder, generating a hot paste that solidifies into cocoa liquor when cooled.
How does cocoa liquor differ from cocoa butter and cocoa powder?
Cocoa butter is the fat extracted from the liquor by pressing, while cocoa powder is the remaining solid matter after the butter is removed. Liquor therefore contains both components in their natural ratio.
What specifications do buyers usually require?
Buyers look for a fat content around 50‑55 %, low moisture (≤2 %), controlled particle size, and absence of mould or rancid flavours. Consistency in viscosity is also important for downstream processing.
How is cocoa liquor packaged for export?
The most common formats are 25‑kg jute or polypropylene bags that are breathable and stackable, and bulk container liners (≈500 kg) placed inside standard 20‑ft or 40‑ft containers for large shipments.
Which certifications are commonly requested?
Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance are the most frequently required, confirming that the cocoa originates from farms meeting social, environmental and economic standards. Organic certification is also sought for specialty markets.
How long can cocoa liquor be stored?
When kept in sealed, food‑grade containers in a cool, dry warehouse, cocoa liquor retains its quality for about 180 days. Exposure to heat, moisture or strong odours will shorten its usable life.
What defects should I watch for when receiving a shipment?
Key defects include visible mould, which indicates improper drying, and rancid or oxidised fat, which gives a stale, off‑flavour. Both defects can affect product safety and the quality of the final chocolate.