Higher over the period
Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita moved from 1.00 Kilogram in 2015 to 1.23 Kilogram in 2023 (+23%), an average of +2.6% a year. The series high was 1.30 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 0.940 Kilogram in 2016.
What Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita shows
Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita was 1.23 Kilogram in 2023, down 1.6% on 2022. Argentina's cocoa beans consumption per capita between 2015 and 2023 reflects a stable and gradually expanding consumer market, influenced by strong chocolate consumption habits, established confectionery demand, and changing consumer preferences toward cocoa-based products. Validated Our World in Data data shows per capita cocoa beans consumption increased from 1,000 grams in 2015 to 1,230 grams in 2023.
A 27.7% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2021) and low (2016) is 0.360 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +20.4% in 2021.
Ranks 25 of 44 countries covered
Among the 44 countries in this dataset, Argentina ranks 25 for 2023, behind Luxembourg (5.42 Kilogram) and Iceland (5.27 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 0.658 Kilogram, so Argentina is above it.
Full series
Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1.23 | −1.6% |
| 2022 | 1.25 | −3.8% |
| 2021Peak | 1.30 | +20.4% |
| 2020 | 1.08 | +8% |
| 2019 | 1.00 | −6.5% |
| 2018 | 1.07 | +3.9% |
| 2017 | 1.03 | +9.6% |
| 2016 Trough | 0.940 | −6% |
| 2015 | 1.00 | — |
Regional context
How Argentina compares in South America
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Argentina is highlighted.
1Chile1.82
2Brazil1.29
3Argentina1.23
4Colombia0.810
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita — Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
The data includes the estimated per capita availability of cocoa beans for human consumption, calculated from national food supply balances. It covers cocoa beans as a food commodity and reflects factors such as domestic production, imports, exports, stock changes, and other supply-side adjustments used to estimate food availability. The dataset is compiled from food balance statistics based on sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, with values standardized on a per-person basis for cross-country comparison.
The data excludes actual individual consumption patterns, household-level consumption surveys, and differences in consumption behavior among population groups. It does not measure the consumption of processed chocolate products, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, or other cocoa-derived products separately. The indicator also excludes non-food uses of cocoa beans, food waste at the retail or household level, and informal or unrecorded consumption activities. Values represent food availability estimates rather than direct measurements of cocoa beans physically consumed by individuals.
About this indicator
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita — Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
Despite annual variations, Argentina maintained a consistent consumption pattern, supported by a developed food processing sector, widespread chocolate availability, and consumer demand for confectionery products.
During the initial period, consumption declined slightly from 1,000 grams in 2015 to 940 grams in 2016, before recovering significantly to 1,030 grams in 2017. Consumption continued increasing to 1,070 grams in 2018, reflecting stronger consumer demand, improved retail availability, and increasing consumption of chocolate-based products. In 2019, consumption moderated to 1,000 grams, indicating temporary changes in purchasing patterns and market conditions.
In 2020, consumption increased to 1,080 grams, supported by higher household consumption, increased demand for packaged food products, and changing food consumption behavior during the pandemic period. The market continued strengthening in 2021, reaching 1,300 grams, which represented the highest consumption level during the study period. This increase reflected renewed consumer spending, strong confectionery demand, and improved availability of cocoa-based products.
Consumption slightly declined to 1,250 grams in 2022 and 1,230 grams in 2023, while remaining above most earlier years. This indicates a resilient market with sustained consumer interest despite economic challenges and changing household spending patterns.
Overall, Argentina's cocoa consumption market demonstrates long-term stability and growth potential, supported by strong chocolate consumption culture, established retail networks, and demand for confectionery products. The dataset provides valuable insights for chocolate manufacturers, cocoa suppliers, retailers, and investors to analyze consumption trends, benchmark market performance, forecast demand, and understand evolving consumer preferences within Argentina's cocoa market.
- Indicator
- Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita
- Country
- Argentina
- Region
- South America
- Unit
- Kilogram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita?
Cocoa beans consumption per capita refers to the average amount of cocoa beans available for consumption per person in a country, measured in grams per person per year. The indicator represents the per capita availability of cocoa beans based on food supply data, reflecting the estimated quantity of cocoa beans available for human consumption after accounting for production, imports, exports, and other supply adjustments. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-by-country time series, with values reported annually for the selected period.
What was Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita in 2023?
Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita was 1.23 Kilogram in 2023, down 1.6% on 2022.
How has Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita moved from 1.00 Kilogram in 2015 to 1.23 Kilogram in 2023 (+23%), an average of +2.6% a year. The series high was 1.30 Kilogram in 2021 and the low 0.940 Kilogram in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita?
The highest value was 1.30 Kilogram in 2021 and the lowest was 0.940 Kilogram in 2016.
What does the Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the estimated per capita availability of cocoa beans for human consumption, calculated from national food supply balances. It covers cocoa beans as a food commodity and reflects factors such as domestic production, imports, exports, stock changes, and other supply-side adjustments used to estimate food availability. The dataset is compiled from food balance statistics based on sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, with values standardized on a per-person basis for cross-country comparison. Excluded: The data excludes actual individual consumption patterns, household-level consumption surveys, and differences in consumption behavior among population groups. It does not measure the consumption of processed chocolate products, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, or other cocoa-derived products separately. The indicator also excludes non-food uses of cocoa beans, food waste at the retail or household level, and informal or unrecorded consumption activities. Values represent food availability estimates rather than direct measurements of cocoa beans physically consumed by individuals.
Where does the Argentina Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..latest&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&tableSearch=singa&Food=Cocoa+beans&Metric=Food+available+for+consumption&Per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Kilogram.
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