Raw materials
COCOA
At Trading et Services, our in-depth expertise in cocoa trading ensures that our customers have access to a first-rate selection of products. We pay meticulous attention to the quality and diversity of our assortment, in order to fully satisfy the requirements of the most selective professionals.
Product
Cocoa is obtained from the dried beans of the cacao tree (Theobroma cacao). Widely used as a basic ingredient in chocolate making, it is renowned for its rich aromas as well as its nutritional benefits. Sourced from carefully selected crops, each bean reflects the quality of its origin, offering a varied range of flavors.
We offer a complete range of cocoa-derived products, carefully selected to guarantee superior quality.
Its various forms >
Cocoa beans
We export top-quality cocoa beans from Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, Ecuador and Peru, offering a unique richness of flavor and an excellent base for processing into finished products.
Cocoa butter
Our cocoa butter is available in natural or refined (deodorized) form, sourced from West Africa and Latin America. We supply it in block or liquid form, mainly for the European market.
Cocoa powder
We offer a variety of cocoa powders to meet various needs, including :
- Natural (10-12 % fats)
- Dutch Processed (10-12 %, alkalinized)
- Black (10-12 %, strongly alkalinized)
- High-Fat (20-24 % fats)
- Low-Fat (6-8 % fats)
Cocoa mass
Made from the careful grinding of roasted cocoa beans, our cocoa liquor enhances chocolate and confectionery creations with unique notes, drawn from its varied origins.
Cocoa cake
Our cocoa cakes, produced by pressing the cocoa mass, are available in alkalized and natural versions, each offering distinct characteristics. The alkalized version has a milder flavor profile and darker color, while the natural version captures the intense, authentic essence of cocoa.
Cocoa Nibs & Schells
Sourced from Ghana and Nigeria, our Cocoa Nibs enrich fillings and pastries with a savory crunch, while cocoa shells offer a subtle touch of chocolate, creating a rich and satisfying culinary experience.
Origins of cocoa
Our cocoa is sourced from regions renowned worldwide for the quality of their production. These exceptional terroirs stretch from the plantations of Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana in Africa to the rich lands of Ecuador and Peru in South America. Each region is meticulously selected for the excellence of its beans.
Asia
- India
Africa
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Ghana
- Nigeria
- Cameroun
Latin America
- Peru
- Brazil
- Ecuador
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