Vietnam Exported $211M Coffee to Italy in 2014

When you're tracking global coffee trade flows, especially from major producers like Vietnam, knowing who's buying—and how much—matters. Italy, a key European market, has long been a destination for Vietnamese coffee. But what did the numbers look like in 2014, before many of today’s specialty trends took full hold? Here's the hard data on Vietnam's coffee exports to Italy during a pivotal year.

Between January and November 2014, Vietnam exported $211 million worth of coffee to Italy. That figure came as part of a broader $2.5 billion in goods sent to Italy over the same period—an 18.2% year-on-year increase.

Vietnam’s Total Exports to Italy in 2014 (January–November)

In the eleven-month period of 2014, Vietnam’s total exports to Italy reached $2.5 billion. This represented an 18.2% growth compared to the same period the previous year. Italy was Vietnam’s 18th largest export destination globally during that time.

Breakdown of Key Export Categories

The top categories Vietnam exported to Italy included:

• Phones and accessories: $910 million (36.4% of total, up 9% year-on-year)
• Footwear: $238 million
• Coffee: $211 million

These three categories made up the majority of the $2.5 billion total. Coffee, at $211 million, was a significant export commodity in its own right.

Vietnam’s Imports from Italy

Over the same January to November 2014 period, Vietnam imported $1.19 billion worth of goods from Italy. This made Italy Vietnam’s 15th largest import source during those months.

Trade Position: Vietnam and Italy

Italy ranked as Vietnam’s 18th largest export market and 15th largest source of imports in the 2014 January–November timeframe. The bilateral trade reflected Vietnam’s growing role in supplying key consumer and agricultural goods to Europe, with Italy as one of the recipient countries.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much coffee did Vietnam export to Italy in 2014 (January–November)?

Vietnam exported $211 million worth of coffee to Italy between January and November 2014. This figure is part of the broader trade data reported by Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade for that period.

What was Vietnam’s total export value to Italy in 2014 (January–November)?

Vietnam’s total exports to Italy for January to November 2014 amounted to $2.5 billion, showing an 18.2% increase compared to the same period in the previous year.

What other products did Vietnam export to Italy in 2014 besides coffee?

Besides coffee, Vietnam exported phones and accessories ($910 million) and footwear ($238 million) to Italy in 2014. These were the top export categories alongside coffee.

Did Vietnam import goods from Italy in 2014?

Yes, Vietnam imported $1.19 billion worth of goods from Italy between January and November 2014. Italy was Vietnam’s 15th largest import source during that period.

What was Italy’s rank in Vietnam’s export and import destinations in 2014?

Italy was Vietnam’s 18th largest export destination and 15th largest import source for the January–November 2014 period.

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