Peru’s Coffee Exports Rise 18% To Almost 400,00 Bags in January-April On year: Coffee and Cocoa Chamber
Coffee Network (Bogotá)- Peru’s coffee sector posted a solid performance in the first four months of 2026, supported largely by a highly favorable price environment, the coffee and cocoa chamber said.
Cumulative exports January through April 2026 reached 399,160 bags of 60-kg, surpassing the 338,043 bags recorded in the same period of 2025, suggesting a recovery in shipments following a slower start the previous year.
In value terms, exports climbed to US$168.65 million, well above the US$123.29 million registered a year earlier. This increase was driven primarily by the rise in average prices, reinforcing the central role of international market conditions in shaping export performance.
The main driver of current growth is price. The value of a quintal was $324 in the first four months, compared with $280 in the same period last year.
“A significant share of shipments during the first third of the year still corresponds to stocks or remnants from the previous harvest, a typical feature of this phase in Peru’s coffee production cycle. Against this backdrop, export performance in 2026 gains additional relevance, particularly given that January accounted for a substantial portion of total shipments accumulated over the four-month period”, the chamber said.
In historical terms, export volumes in 2026 show a recovery toward levels closer to those observed in 2021 (363,113 bags) and 2023 (363,150 bags), moving away from the weaker performance recorded in 2025 (338,043 bags). However, they remain significantly below the exceptional levels reached in 2022 (1,236,292 bags) and 2024 (858,554 bags), years marked by substantially higher availability of coffee for export, the chamber noted.
Key Export Destinations
Peruvian coffee exports remained highly concentrated in a handful of markets during the first four months. The United States retained its position as the leading destination, with 124,090 bags of 60-kg, accounting for 31.09% of total exports, valued at US$55.28 million and priced at an average of US$342 per quintal.
Belgium ranked second with 57,450 bags (14.39%), followed by Colombia with 54,593 bags (13.68%). Other significant markets included Germany, with 31,414 bags (7.88%) valued at US$13.87 million, and Canada, with 31,414 bags (7.87%) and US$12.93 million in value. Together, the top five destinations accounted for approximately 73.7% of total export volume, underscoring a strong reliance on traditional markets.
Price disparities across destinations were notable. Japan stands out, recording the highest average value at US$522 per quintal, followed by Spain, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, all above the overall average. This reflects a segmented international market, where certain destinations demand higher-value or more specialized coffee.
Main Shippers
The largest exporters were Olam Agro Peru shipping 29,835 bags equilvent to 7.47% of the total. Exportadora Romex was next shipping 27,668 bags. This was followed by Compañia Internacional Café Sociedad with 23,997 bags. Amaz Coffee shipped 16,267 bags and Café Medellinexported 16,162 bags.
Trade in Processed Coffee Products
In the segment of coffee-derived products, Peru’s trade balance showed a marked divergence between exports and imports.
During the first four months, exports of processed products totaled 171,472 kg, with a FOB value of US$2.198 million and an average price of US$12.82 per kg. “Other coffee products” led both in volume and value, followed by coffee-based preparations and roasted beans, reflecting a diversified—though still relatively small—export offering compared with green coffee.
On the import side, Peru recorded significantly higher volumes, totaling 2.556 million kg with a CIF value of US$43.60 million and an average price of US$17.06 per kg. Imports were heavily concentrated in soluble coffee and coffee-based preparations, which dominate domestic demand and account for most of the import value.
This trade structure highlights a structural pattern in which Peru primarily exports lower value-added products while importing more processed goods oriented toward final consumption. As a result, the segment posts a considerable trade deficit, with import values far exceeding export revenues. The higher average import price further underscores a gap in product sophistication, pointing to opportunities for developing a more robust domestic processing industry.
By Diana Delgado
Source. Peruvian coffee and cocoa chamber
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