Peruvian chocolate exports totaled US$ 25.7 million between January and July 2022, registering a growth of 69%

(Agraria.pe) From January to July of this year, Peruvian chocolate exports amounted to US$25.7 million, showing a growth of 69% compared to what was registered in the same period of 2021, reported the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur). “Our chocolate, right now, is conquering the North American market. During the last twelve months, the United States has bought 50% of our chocolate shipments to the world," said the head of Mincetur, Roberto Sánchez. From 2015 to July 2022, Peruvian chocolate exports have totaled US$180 million. During that time, shipments of this product grew almost steadily. Exports The United States is the main destination for Peruvian chocolate. In the first seven months of 2022 alone, shipments totaled US$13.2 million, 99% more than generated in the same period last year. Canada continues on the list. The acceptance of Peruvian chocolate in the Canadian market has allowed shipments to this country to total US$3.2 million, as of July this year. ...