World - Tea - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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World - Tea - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Tea Consumption Per Capita

Tea consumption per capita refers to the average amount of tea consumed by an individual in a specific country or region within a given time period. It is an important indicator of tea consumption trends and preferences and provides insights into cultural, social, and economic factors that influence tea consumption habits.

The global tea industry has witnessed significant growth over the years, with tea becoming one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. Tea consumption per capita varies greatly across different countries and is influenced by factors such as tradition, availability, cultural practices, and health benefits associated with tea consumption.

Asia as the Leading Consumer of Tea

When it comes to tea consumption, Asia leads the way. Countries like China, India, Japan, and Turkey are among the top consumers of tea. In China, tea consumption per capita is exceptionally high due to the deeply rooted tea culture and Chinese tea ceremonies. India, known for its famous chai tea, also has a significant tea consumption rate.

Variations in Tea Consumption

Tea consumption per capita can vary greatly between countries. For example, while countries like China and India have high per capita consumption rates, countries in North America and Europe consume relatively less tea on average. However, it is essential to note that tea consumption patterns may change over time due to increasing globalization and cultural influences.

Within a country, variations in tea consumption can also be observed based on geographical location, age group, and socio-economic factors. For instance, urban areas with higher income levels may exhibit a higher per capita tea consumption compared to rural regions.

Health Benefits and Tea Consumption

The health benefits associated with tea consumption have contributed to its popularity worldwide. Tea, particularly green tea, is known for its antioxidant properties and potential health benefits like reducing the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancers. This has led to an increase in tea consumption among health-conscious individuals.

Some countries have emphasized the health benefits of tea consumption, leading to increased consumption rates. For example, Japan promotes green tea as a part of a healthy lifestyle, resulting in high per capita tea consumption in the country.

Trends and Outlook

The tea industry continues to evolve globally, with changing consumer preferences and market dynamics. The rise of specialty teas, such as herbal teas and fruit infusions, has expanded the options available to tea consumers.

In recent years, there has been a growing trend of ready-to-drink tea products, which offer convenience and cater to the busy lifestyles of consumers. This trend is especially prominent in developed countries where individuals have limited time for tea preparation. The rise of tea cafes and tea bars also contributes to the overall tea consumption per capita.

In conclusion, tea consumption per capita varies significantly across different countries and regions. It is influenced by various factors such as tradition, culture, availability, and health benefits. Asian countries, particularly China and India, lead in tea consumption, while variations can be observed within countries based on socio-economic factors. The health benefits associated with tea, along with evolving consumer preferences, continue to shape the tea consumption landscape worldwide.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global tea 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:

  • FCL 667 - Tea

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

Company coverage:

Unilever, Pickwick, Akbar Tea, Ahmad Tea, Ringtons, Tata Global Beverages, Associated British Foods, Dilmah Ceylon Tea Company PLC, Bushells, Madame Flavour, M. M. Ispahani Limited, Matte Leao, DavidsTea, Teekanne, Restaurant Brands International, Ten Fu Group, Betjeman & Barton, Fauchon, Kusmi Tea, Laduree, Le Palais des Thes, Mariage Freres, TeaGschwendner, Teekampagne, Teabox, Luk Yu, Godrej Tea, Gujarat Tea Processors & Packers Ltd, Limtex, Society Tea, Madhu Jayanti International, Sariwangi, Barry's Tea, Bewley's, Wissotzky Tea, Harada Tea Processing Co., Ito En, BOH Tea Plantation, Giribandhu Tea Estate, Sabah Tea, Rakura tea, Zealong, Tapal Tea, TWG Tea, Alghazaleen Tea, BPL Teas, Heladiv, Mlesna, Caykur, American Tea Room, Argo Tea, Bigelow Tea Company

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  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 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. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 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. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    3. HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD BY COUNTRY
  8. 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. 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. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • 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
  12. 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. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
  13. 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. Yield And Growth
    12. Exports And Growth
    13. Export Prices And Growth
    14. Market Size And Growth
    15. Per Capita Consumption
    16. Imports And Growth
    17. Import Prices
    18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    20. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
    21. Yield, 2012–2023
    22. Production, By Country, 2023
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    24. Harvested Area, By Country, 2023
    25. Harvested Area, By Country, 2012-2023
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2023
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2023
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