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International consumption and stocks of cocoa

Abstract:

The main uses of cocoa products are given, together with the different ways in which cocoa consumption is measured and the main factors affecting its use. The methods used in estimating cocoa stocks and their effect on price are explained and discussed.

Key words

cocoa bean consumption

grindings

cocoa butter

cocoa powder

cocoa liquor

chocolate

ice cream

drinks

cosmetics

bakery goods

final consumption

consumption per person

prices

stocks

7.1 The uses of cocoa

Cocoa provides one of the most sought after flavours in the world. Nearly all cocoa finds its way into chocolate or chocolate flavoured products of one sort or another, the latter ranging from ice cream to cake mixes. Non-traditional ...

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