OUR SERVICES
What We Offer
End-to-End Cocoa Marketing Solutions
CMC operates as the sole authorised buyer and exporter of Ghana’s cocoa, delivering a comprehensive range of services that connect farmers to global markets with efficiency, quality, and integrity.
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Cocoa Procurement
CMC is the single authorised purchaser of all Ghana-grown cocoa beans. We operate a national network of Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs) and internal buying centres to ensure fair, transparent, and timely payment to farmers across all cocoa-producing regions.
- Farmgate price setting & enforcement
- Licensed Buying Company oversight
- Internal grading at point of purchase
- Prompt payment to farmers
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Quality Assurance & Grading
Every bag of cocoa processed by CMC undergoes rigorous quality control in collaboration with the Quality Control Company (QCC). We uphold Ghana’s reputation for premium-grade cocoa recognised by international buyers and processing companies worldwide.
- Bean count & moisture analysis
- Grade 1 (main crop) & Grade 2 certification
- Quality documentation for export
- International standards compliance
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Warehousing & Storage
CMC operates strategically located Take-Over Centers (TOCs) at Tema, Takoradi, and Kumasi (Kaase), with a combined storage capacity of over 525,000 metric tonnes. Our facilities ensure beans are stored under optimal conditions prior to shipment.
- 525,000+ MT combined capacity
- Climate-controlled storage
- 24-hour security & monitoring
- Inventory management systems
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Export & Shipping
CMC coordinates the physical export of cocoa from Ghana’s two major seaports — Tema and Takoradi — to buyers across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. We manage all shipping logistics including break-bulk and containerised cargo movements.
- Break-bulk & containerised exports
- Freight coordination & scheduling
- Bill of lading & export documentation
- Port liaison & customs clearance
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Trade & Commercial Services
CMC facilitates cocoa sales and forward contracts with international trading houses, processors, and end users. Our commercial team provides market intelligence, pricing guidance, and tailored trade structures to meet buyer requirements.
- Forward contract structuring
- Market pricing & intelligence
- Direct sales to processors & traders
- Trade documentation & certification
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International Liaison
Through our UK office in London, CMC maintains relationships with international commodity exchanges, trade finance institutions, and cocoa industry organisations including FCC, ICCO, and CMAA — ensuring CMC’s interests are represented globally.
- London commodity market engagement
- International trade body membership
- Export credit & trade finance facilitation
- Regulatory & compliance advisory
Ready to Trade With CMC?
Contact our Ghana or UK office to discuss procurement, export, or partnership opportunities with one of the world’s most trusted cocoa marketing organisations.