| The moisture The moisture content of cocoa beans will meet the export standard of the country exporting the beans, in general this is around 7.5% but ranges from 5.5% to 8% depending on the country. The use of ventilated containers with bags loaded into boxes provides airflow and so reduces condensation in the container. The beans have to be dry, free of infestation and protected from the sides of the containers as much as possible. The container will be clean and free from contamination |