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Saudi Arabia: Tobacco Market 2024

Tobacco Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi tobacco market skyrocketed to $X in 2022, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption showed a abrupt shrinkage. Tobacco consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Tobacco Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, tobacco production totaled $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a mild increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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Tobacco Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2022, shipments abroad of tobacco (smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff) decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Overall, exports showed a deep reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then dropped dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, tobacco exports declined sharply to $X in 2022. In general, exports faced a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Switzerland (X tons), Oman (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main destinations of tobacco exports from Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Oman (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Switzerland ($X), Oman ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest markets for tobacco exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Oman, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average tobacco export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a noticeable curtailment. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Oman ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Libya (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Tobacco Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2021, purchases abroad of tobacco (smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff) increased by X% to X tons, rising for the third consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, tobacco imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, total imports indicated a pronounced increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by X% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), Egypt (X tons) and Jordan (X tons) were the main suppliers of tobacco imports to Saudi Arabia, together comprising X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest tobacco suppliers to Saudi Arabia were the United Arab Emirates ($X), Egypt ($X) and Italy ($X), together comprising X% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, the United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average tobacco import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a strong increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Jordan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tobacco (smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were China, India and the United States, together comprising 33% of global consumption. Turkey, Malawi, Pakistan, Russia, Nigeria, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Italy and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of tobacco (smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were China, India and the United States, with a combined 34% share of global production. Turkey, Malawi, Russia, Pakistan, Nigeria, France, Indonesia, Germany, Italy and Bangladesh lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

What are the leading suppliers of tobacco (smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff) to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the largest tobacco suppliers to Saudi Arabia were the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Italy, with a combined 96% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of tobacco (smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff) from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Switzerland, Oman and the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest markets for tobacco exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide.

What is the average export price for tobacco (smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff) in Saudi Arabia?

In 2022, the average tobacco export price amounted to $3,632 per ton, picking up by 470% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tobacco (smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff) in Saudi Arabia?

The average tobacco import price stood at $5,854 per ton in 2021, declining by -12.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the tobacco market in Saudi Arabia. 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:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
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. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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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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 In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023