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World - Tobacco (Smoking Tobacco, Chewing Tobacco, Snuff) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Global Tobacco Market 2024

Tobacco Market Size

The global tobacco market expanded slightly to $X in 2023, with an increase of X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Tobacco Production

In value terms, tobacco production rose to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by X%. Global production peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Tobacco Exports

Exports

After two years of decline, overseas shipments of tobacco (smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff) increased by X% to X tons in 2023. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2023, the growth of the global exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, tobacco exports reached $X in 2023. Overall, exports saw a perceptible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Poland (X tons), France (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Russia (X tons), Brazil (X tons), India (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Serbia (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and the Philippines (X tons) represented roughly X% of total exports in 2023. China (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Serbia (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Poland ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2023, with a combined X% share of global exports. Belgium, India, Serbia, Russia, France, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Brazil, the Philippines and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

Among the main exporting countries, Serbia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average tobacco export price stood at $X per ton in 2023, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, tobacco export price decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per ton), while Brazil ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Serbia (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Tobacco Imports

Imports

In 2023, the amount of tobacco (smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff) imported worldwide reached X tons, picking up by X% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, tobacco imports rose markedly to $X in 2023. Overall, imports enjoyed measured growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports reached the maximum at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of tobacco imports in 2023 were Belgium (X tons), Poland (X tons), Germany (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Iran (X tons), Iraq (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons), Algeria (X tons), Argentina (X tons), Spain (X tons), China (X tons) and the Czech Republic (X tons), together recording X% of total import. Romania (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Iraq (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest tobacco importing markets worldwide were Germany ($X), Spain ($X) and Poland ($X), with a combined X% share of global imports. Algeria, Turkey, Iran, Belgium, the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, the Czech Republic, Romania, Argentina and China lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

Iraq, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the average tobacco import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, tobacco import price decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by X%. Global import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($X per ton), while China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global tobacco market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 12001930 - Smoking tobacco (excluding tobacco duty)
Prodcom 12001990 - Manufactured tobacco, extracts and essences, other homogenised or reconstituted tobacco, n.e.c.

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023