Indonesia's cocoa export value increased by 36% to $3.5 billion throughout 2025, supported by strong international demand and limited global cocoa supplies, according to data released on Sunday (21/06).

The increase occurred despite a roughly 2% decline in export volume. Higher cocoa prices in the global market helped boost export earnings during the period.

The performance reflects Indonesia's shift toward exporting processed cocoa products instead of raw cocoa beans.

Processed Cocoa Products Contribute Most of Export Revenue

Processed cocoa products, particularly cocoa butter and cocoa oil, became the largest contributor to export earnings.

The cocoa butter and oil segment generated $2.2 billion, accounting for 62% of Indonesia's total cocoa export value.

The growth highlights the role of the domestic processing industry in increasing the value of cocoa products before export.

“The rise in prices occurred amid limited global cocoa supply, which kept commodity prices at relatively high levels,” said Rini Satriani, Head of the Indonesia Eximbank Institute, in a statement on Sunday (21/06).

She said the dominance of value-added products has strengthened the competitiveness of Indonesian cocoa in the global market.

United States, India, and China Become Key Export Markets

The United States and India were the largest destinations for Indonesian cocoa exports in 2025.

Exports to the United States reached $619 million, while exports to India totaled $618 million. Each country represented about 17% of Indonesia's total cocoa exports.

China ranked third with imports valued at $446 million, accounting for a 12% share of total exports.

Export growth to these markets was significant. Shipments to India rose by 196%, followed by a 141% increase to the United States and a 105% increase to China.

Global Supply Constraints Support Higher Cocoa Prices

Limited cocoa supplies in global markets contributed to higher commodity prices during the year.

Indonesia benefited from a 6% increase in average global cocoa prices, helping raise export revenue despite lower shipment volumes.

The higher prices supported the country's cocoa export performance throughout 2025.

Indonesia Sees Additional $1 Billion Export Opportunity

Indonesia currently ranks 12th among global cocoa exporters.

According to the International Trade Centre (ITC), a joint agency of the World Trade Organization and the United Nations, Indonesia still has an additional $1 billion in untapped cocoa export potential.

The country plans to pursue further opportunities in Singapore and Malaysia as it seeks to expand its presence in international cocoa markets.

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