Cocoa Beans
Food & Beverages · HS 1801 · verified suppliers & live price
About Cocoa Beans
Cocoa beans are fermented and dried seeds from the Theobroma cacao pod, serving as the primary raw material for chocolate, confectionery, and cocoa butter production. Internationally traded cocoa is classified into two main types: Forastero (robust, ~80% of supply) and Criollo (fine, aromatic, premium). Major producing regions include West Africa (Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria), which supplies over 70% of global output, alongside Indonesia, Ecuador, and Cameroon. Beans are typically graded by fermentation quality, defect count, and moisture content; buyers should verify moisture levels (7-8% optimal) and conduct organoleptic testing, as poorly fermented beans significantly impact final product flavor and command substantial price premiums.
Specifications
- Grade / spec
- Forastero, Ghana Grade 1
- HS code
- 1801
- Trading unit
- MT
- Category
- Food & Beverages
- Pricing basis
- Live Genesis Index (market)
- Buyer protection
- Escrow.com · inspection on release
Genesis Sourcing Intelligence™
On the Genesis network, Cocoa Beans currently matches 59 verified suppliers across 12 countries, with a live benchmark price. Its Genesis Sourcing Index of 100/100 reflects excellent sourcing availability — expect fast, competitive firm offers, every one escrow-protected.
Computed live from the Genesis network — verified‑supplier availability, geographic reach and price transparency. Recalculated continuously; found only on Genesis.
Verified Cocoa Beans suppliers
Frequently asked questions
What is the current price of Cocoa Beans?
Cocoa Beans is priced at approximately $4,823.53 per MT on the live Genesis Index (real-time market reference). Request a quote for a firm, escrow-protected offer.
How available is Cocoa Beans to source?
Cocoa Beans carries a Genesis Sourcing Index of 100/100 (Excellent), based on 59 verified suppliers across 12 countries on the network and live benchmark pricing. Sourcing is strong — competitive firm offers typically return fast.
Who are verified suppliers of Cocoa Beans?
Genesis Trade lists verified Cocoa Beans suppliers and exporters worldwide, including Beans Export S.R.L., The Trustee For Billy J Beans Trading Trust, Jescon Cocoa Export Pty Ltd, Industry Beans (Wholesale) Pty Ltd. Every transaction is escrow-protected.
How do I buy Cocoa Beans safely?
Request a quote on Genesis Trade. Payment is held by Escrow.com — a US-licensed, regulated escrow provider — and released only after independent inspection and your confirmation of the goods.