Azerbaijan cuts imports of milk-based fats by 3%

In January–June of 2026, Azerbaijan imported 13,165 tons of butter and other milk-based fats, valued at just over $82.7 million, Report informs, citing the country's State Customs Committee.

According to the latest data, this represents a decline of 390 tons (2.9%) in volume and almost $11.9 million (12.6%) in value compared to the same period last year.

During four months, butter and other milk-based fats accounted for 1% of Azerbaijan's total imports.

Overall, Azerbaijan conducted foreign trade operations worth $24.661 billion in the initial six months of 2026, which is 1.1% more than in the same period last year. Of this, $16.320 billion came from exports and $8.341 billion from imports. Year‑on‑year, the exports rose by 26.7% and imports dropped by 27.6%.

As a result, a trade surplus of $7.979 billion was recorded in the first half, which is 5.9 times higher compared to the corresponding period last year.