Azerbaijan sharply increases coconut imports from Sri Lanka

In January-August 2023, Azerbaijan imported 405.2 tons (15% less year-on-year) of coconut (dried and in other forms) for $782,000 (13% less YoY), Report informs, citing the country’s State Statistics Committee.

During the reporting period, Azerbaijan purchased 32.3 tons of coconut from Sri Lanka (3,200 times more YoY) for $79,100 (+7,000 times).

In 2022, Azerbaijan imported coconut from 13 countries for $1.35 million; 39% from Indonesia, and 32.2% from Vietnam.