Guide
Importing Chocolate and Wafers into Angola and Mozambique
Angola and Mozambique are growing confectionery markets with important ports on the African coast. This guide shows what an importer prepares before ordering chocolate and wafers from a Turkish manufacturer.
By Ender Çikolata Team Published 1 min read
Each country has its own food safety and customs authorities, and procedures change often. Use this guide for planning and confirm current requirements with your clearing agent or national authority before ordering.
Portuguese labels
Labels are normally in Portuguese with product name, ingredients, allergens, net weight, dates, storage conditions, origin and importer. The factory prints them, so send the wording before production.
Documents
Prepare the documents in our export documents checklist and check what else your country requires. If your customers include Muslim communities, consider halal; see the halal checklist.
Ports, heat and shelf life
Cargo usually arrives at Luanda, Maputo, Beira or Nacala in a hot, humid climate. Plan dates and storage with shipping to hot climates and shelf life of imported chocolate.
Packs and channels
Wholesalers, grocery shops, supermarkets and kiosks ask for different formats; see pack formats.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do labels have to be in Portuguese?
That is standard practice in these markets. Confirm the exact rule with your authority.
Can one container serve both countries?
Each country has its own rules and procedures; treat each destination separately.
How do I ask for a quote?
Send country, products and volume through the contact page and browse the range.