The price of cocoa in Cameroon follows the world cocoa market and is published every working day by ONCC, the National Cocoa and Coffee Board. On 15 October 2026, the ONCC reference price was 3,362 FCFA per kg FOB, 3,444 FCFA per kg CIF, and 2,700–2,800 FCFA per kg for exporter purchases in Douala. The table below shows the current cocoa price in Cameroon and updates automatically.
| Cocoa price (ONCC, 21 October 2026) | FCFA per kg |
|---|---|
| FOB Douala/Kribi | 3,220 FCFA/kg (≈ €4,909 per tonne) |
| CIF | 3,299 FCFA/kg |
| Exporter buying price, Douala | 2,700–2,800 FCFA/kg |
Source: ONCC, updated automatically. Euro figure at the fixed rate of 655.957 FCFA per euro.
Key takeaways
- Cameroon cocoa prices track the world market, converted at a fixed 655.957 FCFA per euro.
- The world price peaked at about 6,781 FCFA/kg (January 2025 average) and fell to about 1,840 FCFA/kg in March 2026.
- By October 2026 it had recovered to about 3,376 FCFA/kg, close to the Cameroon FOB price.
- Check the live ONCC cocoa price today before you negotiate.
Current cocoa price in Cameroon
ONCC publishes three main figures. Each one describes the price at a different point in the chain, from the warehouse in Douala to the buyer’s port.
- Exporter buying price in Douala is what exporters pay for beans delivered to Douala. Farm-gate prices in the growing regions are usually lower, because of collection and transport costs.
- FOB price is the price of beans loaded on a ship at Douala or Kribi. International buyers compare offers on this basis.
- CIF price adds sea freight and insurance to the buyer’s port.
For local prices per kilogram in Douala and Kumba, see our guide to the cocoa price in Douala today per kg.
How the price of cocoa in Cameroon is set
Cameroon’s cocoa market is liberalised. In other words, the state does not fix one price for the whole season. Instead, farmers, buyers and exporters agree prices freely, and ONCC publishes daily reference prices to give everyone the same information.
Several factors move those prices:
- World futures. London and New York cocoa futures set the global benchmark. Track them on our international cocoa market prices dashboard.
- The euro. The CFA franc is pegged to the euro, so the euro price of cocoa feeds straight into FCFA.
- Quality and grade. Well-fermented, dry beans with a good bean count earn better prices.
- Season and supply. Prices react to harvest volumes in West Africa, including Cameroon’s main crop in the second half of the year.
Cocoa prices in Cameroon, 2024–2026
The chart below converts the ICCO daily price into FCFA per kilogram. It shows the world benchmark that Cameroon prices follow.
| Month | World price, FCFA per kg (monthly average) | What happened |
|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | 4,937 | Prices still rising after the 2023/24 shortfall |
| January 2025 | 6,781 | Record high for the period |
| June 2025 | 4,782 | Prices easing from the peak |
| December 2025 | 3,261 | Prices about half of the peak |
| March 2026 | 1,840 | Low point of the cycle |
| June 2026 | 2,491 | Recovery begins |
| October 2026 | 3,376 | Stable near Cameroon FOB levels |
On a daily basis, the ICCO price reached €11,443 per tonne on 18 December 2024, which is about 7,506 FCFA per kg. It then fell to €2,448 per tonne on 27 February 2026, about 1,606 FCFA per kg. For the background to these swings, read our cocoa shortage update.
What the price means for buyers
For international buyers, the FOB price is the starting point. You then add sea freight, insurance and import costs, or ask for a CIF offer. Because Cameroon prices move with the world market, many contracts are priced against London or New York futures, or against the ICCO daily price, plus or minus a differential for origin and quality.
Converting the Cameroon cocoa price to euros and dollars
The conversion is simple. First, multiply the FCFA per kg price by 1,000 to get the price per tonne. Next, divide by 655.957 to get euros. Finally, multiply by the EUR/USD rate to get US dollars.
For example, 3,362 FCFA per kg equals 3,362,000 FCFA per tonne, or about €5,125 per tonne. At an exchange rate of 1.12, that is roughly US$5,745 per tonne.
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BV Cocoa Products is a Cameroonian-owned exporter. Our indicative FOB price follows the ONCC reference price, and every order is confirmed in a written quote.
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What is the current cocoa price in Cameroon?
The current ONCC reference prices are shown at the top of this page and update automatically. On 15 October 2026, ONCC listed 3,362 FCFA per kg FOB, 3,444 FCFA per kg CIF and 2,700–2,800 FCFA per kg for exporter purchases in Douala.
Who sets the price of cocoa in Cameroon?
Cameroon’s cocoa market is liberalised, so prices are agreed between buyers and sellers. ONCC, the National Cocoa and Coffee Board, publishes daily reference prices that follow world cocoa markets.
Why did cocoa prices in Cameroon fall in 2026?
Cocoa prices in Cameroon follow the world market. After record highs in late 2024 and early 2025, world prices fell sharply through 2025 and reached a low in February and March 2026, before recovering in the second half of the year.
How do I convert the Cameroon cocoa price to US dollars?
Multiply the FCFA per kg price by 1,000 to get FCFA per tonne, divide by 655.957 to get euros, then multiply by the current EUR/USD exchange rate.
Sources: ONCC daily reference prices; International Cocoa Organization daily prices, converted at 655.957 FCFA per euro. Photo: Irene Scott/AusAID, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.