Higher over the period
Finland Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita moved from 2.04 Kilogram in 2015 to 2.20 Kilogram in 2023 (+7.8%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 2.28 Kilogram in 2022 and the low 1.82 Kilogram in 2021.
What Finland Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita shows
Finland Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita was 2.20 Kilogram in 2023, down 3.5% on 2022. Finland's cocoa beans consumption per capita between 2015 and 2023 reflects a stable and mature consumer market, supported by strong chocolate consumption habits, high consumer purchasing power, and consistent demand for cocoa-based confectionery products. Validated Our World in Data data shows per capita cocoa beans consumption increased from 2.04 kg in 2015 to 2.20 kg in 2023.
A 20.2% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2021) is 0.460 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +25.3% in 2022.
Ranks 19 of 44 countries covered
Among the 44 countries in this dataset, Finland ranks 19 for 2023, behind Luxembourg (5.42 Kilogram) and Iceland (5.27 Kilogram). The global figure for 2023 is 0.658 Kilogram, so Finland is above it.
Full series
Finland 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 | 2.20 | −3.5% |
| 2022Peak | 2.28 | +25.3% |
| 2021 Trough | 1.82 | −19.8% |
| 2020 | 2.27 | +9.7% |
| 2019 | 2.07 | −2.4% |
| 2018 | 2.12 | +1.9% |
| 2017 | 2.08 | +2% |
| 2016 | 2.04 | 0% |
| 2015 | 2.04 | — |
Regional context
How Finland compares in Europe
Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita by country, 2023, Kilogram. Finland is highlighted.
1Luxembourg5.42
2Iceland5.27
3Montenegro4.41
4France4.04
5UK3.94
6malta3.63
7Slovenia3.52
15Finland2.20
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 moderate fluctuations, Finland maintained steady cocoa consumption levels, supported by established retail availability, premium chocolate preferences, and the popularity of cocoa-based snacks and beverages.
During the early period, consumption remained relatively stable, increasing gradually from 2.04 kg in 2015 to 2.12 kg in 2018. This steady growth reflected consistent household demand, strong confectionery consumption, and consumer interest in high-quality chocolate products. Consumption slightly declined to 2.07 kg in 2019, indicating minor changes in purchasing patterns and dietary preferences.
A noticeable increase occurred in 2020, with consumption rising to 2.27 kg, supported by higher household food consumption, increased retail purchases, and greater demand for comfort foods during pandemic-related lifestyle changes. However, consumption declined significantly to 1.82 kg in 2021, representing the lowest level during the study period, influenced by changing consumer behavior and market adjustments.
The market recovered strongly in 2022, with consumption reaching 2.28 kg, the highest level recorded during the period. This recovery was supported by improving economic conditions, renewed consumer spending, and sustained demand for chocolate products. In 2023, consumption moderated slightly to 2.20 kg, while remaining above the 2015 level.
Overall, Finland's cocoa beans consumption market demonstrates resilience and long-term stability, driven by strong consumer preferences for chocolate, premium confectionery, and cocoa-based products. The dataset provides valuable insights for manufacturers, retailers, and investors to evaluate consumption trends, benchmark market performance, forecast future demand, and understand evolving consumer preferences within Finland's cocoa market.
- Indicator
- Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita
- Country
- Finland
- Region
- Europe
- 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 Finland 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 Finland Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita in 2023?
Finland Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita was 2.20 Kilogram in 2023, down 3.5% on 2022.
How has Finland Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Finland Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita moved from 2.04 Kilogram in 2015 to 2.20 Kilogram in 2023 (+7.8%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 2.28 Kilogram in 2022 and the low 1.82 Kilogram in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest Finland Cocoa Beans Consumption per Capita?
The highest value was 2.28 Kilogram in 2022 and the lowest was 1.82 Kilogram in 2021.
What does the Finland 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 Finland 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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