At the same time, EU countries exported 867,000 tons of chocolate and chocolate bars to foreign markets. Germany was the largest exporter, with 221,000 tons (26% share), followed by the Netherlands with 123,000 tons (14% share), and Poland with 115,000 tons (13% share). Belgium, renowned for its sweets, exported 96,000 tons (11%).

The five largest non-EU export partners for chocolate were the United Kingdom (315,000 tons, 36%), the United States (72,000 tons, 8%), Russia (65,000 tons, 7%), Canada (31,000 tons, 4%), and Australia (27,000 tons, 3%).

In 2023, Ukrainian chocolate exports reached 53,400 tons, valued at $191 million. Customs statistics show that in December, 4,800 tons worth $18 million were exported, contributing to the annual total.

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