European Union Coffee Imports Reached 2.9 Million Tonnes
The bloc saw import values climb to €18.7 billion in 2025 as production capacity across the region also expanded.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Coffee
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The European Union imported 2.9 million tonnes of coffee in 2025, marking an increase from 2.7 million tonnes in 2015. Over the same decade, the total value of these imports grew significantly from €8.6 billion to €18.7 billion.
Why it matters
Rising import figures and production values highlight the enduring central role that coffee plays in the European economy and daily consumer habits. The concentration of trade in select nations underscores the scale of the region's internal and external supply chains.
In 2025, the EU produced over 2.2 million tonnes of coffee, a 12 percent increase since 2015. Germany led the bloc as the top importer with 1,010,500 tonnes, while Brazil served as the primary external supplier.
The players
European Union
This political and economic union of 27 member states governs trade policies and tracks industrial output across Europe.
Germany
As the largest economy in Europe, this nation is a central hub for coffee roasting and distribution.
Italy
Renowned for its coffee culture, this country maintains significant domestic production and import volumes.
Brazil
This nation acts as a leading global agricultural exporter and the primary coffee supplier for the European Union.
Vietnam
This country is a major global player in coffee cultivation and the second-largest supplier to the European market.
The details
Germany, Italy, Spain, Belgium, and the Netherlands accounted for 81 percent of total EU coffee imports in 2025. Additionally, seven countries within the bloc were responsible for 77 percent of the total regional coffee production, with Germany and Italy standing out as the largest producers.
Timeline
2015 served as the baseline for comparing the growth in EU coffee imports and production.
2025 is the primary year for the reported trade and production statistics.
October 1 marks International Coffee Day.
Roadmap
The steady growth in European coffee demand reflects broader shifts in global agricultural reliance as consumer preferences continue to evolve. This reliance positions major exporters like Brazil and Vietnam as essential partners in maintaining the stability of the European market.
Consumers may notice shifts in availability or pricing as the reliance on high-volume imports from key producers like Brazil and Vietnam remains high. The consistent production levels across the EU help stabilize supply chains for daily coffee drinkers throughout the region.
The takeaway
The sustained increase in European coffee imports and production reflects a growing appetite for the commodity across the continent. Maintaining this supply requires careful navigation of global trade relations with leading exporters in South America and Southeast Asia.
Further reading
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