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Western Africa: Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Market 2023

Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Market Size in Western Africa

The West African cigarettes containing tobacco market totaled $X in 2022, growing by 3.1% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a mild downturn. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Production in Western Africa

In value terms, cigarettes containing tobacco production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a slight descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 24%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Exports

Exports in Western Africa

In 2022, overseas shipments of cigarettes containing tobacco increased by 13% to X tons, rising for the third consecutive year after seven years of decline. Overall, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 140%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cigarettes containing tobacco exports expanded significantly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 89% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Nigeria dominates exports structure, amounting to X tons, which was approx. 88% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Senegal (X tons), creating a 7.6% share of total exports. The following exporters - Burkina Faso (X tons) and Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) - each reached a 3.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to cigarettes containing tobacco exports from Nigeria stood at +1.6%. At the same time, Burkina Faso (+9.3%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Burkina Faso emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of +9.3% from 2012-2022. By contrast, Senegal (-2.8%) and Cote d'Ivoire (-6.7%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Nigeria (+13 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2022, the share of Cote d'Ivoire (-1.8 p.p.) and Senegal (-2.5 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) remains the largest cigarettes containing tobacco supplier in Western Africa, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Senegal ($X), with a 24% share of total exports. It was followed by Burkina Faso, with a 3.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Nigeria stood at -6.1%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Senegal (-0.3% per year) and Burkina Faso (+6.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -4.4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a noticeable contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 22%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Senegal ($X per ton), while Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Senegal (+2.6%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2022, imports of cigarettes containing tobacco in Western Africa rose notably to X tons, growing by 6.8% compared with the year before. Total imports indicated a pronounced expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +83.9% against 2015 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, cigarettes containing tobacco imports contracted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports posted perceptible growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 550%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Guinea represented the largest importing country with an import of about X tons, which resulted at 31% of total imports. Nigeria (X tons) held a 15% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Niger (12%), Mali (8.8%), Mauritania (6.5%) and Ghana (6.4%). The following importers - Togo (X tons) and Cote d'Ivoire (X tons) - each finished at an 8.3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Ghana (with a CAGR of +15.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Guinea ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported cigarettes containing tobacco in Western Africa, comprising 32% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Niger ($X), with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Mali, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Guinea amounted to +3.5%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Niger (+3.7% per year) and Mali (+5.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -6.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the import price increased by 399%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Cote d'Ivoire ($X per ton), while Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Togo (+4.8%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Base Year Historical Period Forecast Period Units
2022 2012-2022 2023-2030 US$, Tons

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cigarettes containing tobacco in Western Africa?
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Nigeria remains the largest cigarettes containing tobacco consuming country in Western Africa, accounting for 68% of total volume. Moreover, cigarettes containing tobacco consumption in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Niger, sevenfold. Burkina Faso ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.2% share.
What are the largest producers of cigarettes containing tobacco in Western Africa?
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The country with the largest volume of cigarettes containing tobacco production was Nigeria, comprising approx. 75% of total volume. Moreover, cigarettes containing tobacco production in Nigeria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Niger, ninefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Burkina Faso, with a 6.2% share.
What are the leading suppliers of cigarettes containing tobacco in Western Africa?
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In value terms, Nigeria remains the largest cigarettes containing tobacco supplier in Western Africa, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Senegal, with a 24% share of total exports. It was followed by Burkina Faso, with a 3.9% share.
What are the leading importers of cigarettes containing tobacco in Western Africa?
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In value terms, Guinea constitutes the largest market for imported cigarettes containing tobacco in Western Africa, comprising 32% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Niger, with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Mali, with a 10% share.
What is the average export price for cigarettes containing tobacco in Western Africa?
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The export price in Western Africa stood at $7,385 per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -4.4% against the previous year.
What is the average import price for cigarettes containing tobacco in Western Africa?
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The import price in Western Africa stood at $9,575 per ton in 2022, reducing by -6.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cigarettes containing tobacco market in Western Africa. 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 12001150 - Cigarettes containing tobacco or mixtures of tobacco and tobacco substitutes (excluding tobacco duty)
Country coverage:
• Benin
• Burkina Faso
• Cabo Verde
• Cote d'Ivoire
• Gambia
• Guinea
• Guinea-Bissau
• Liberia
• Mali
• Mauritania
• Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
• Senegal
• Sierra Leone
• Togo

Data coverage:
• Market volume and value
• Per Capita consumption
• Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
• Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
• Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
• Export and import prices
• Market trends, drivers and restraints
• Key market players and their profiles

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• Take advantage of the latest data
• Find deeper insights into current market developments
• 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. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

1.1
REPORT DESCRIPTION
1.2
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
1.3
DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
1.4
REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance

3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

3.1
MARKET SIZE
3.2
CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3.3
MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

4.1
TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
4.2
BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
4.3
MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4.4
MOST TRADED PRODUCT
4.5
MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

5.1
TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
5.2
TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
5.3
TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5.4
LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

6.1
TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
6.2
TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
6.3
UNSATURATED MARKETS
6.4
TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
6.5
MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

7.1
PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
7.2
PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

8.1
IMPORTS FROM 2012–2022
8.2
IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
8.3
IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

9.1
EXPORTS FROM 2012–2022
9.2
EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
9.3
EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

• Benin
• Burkina Faso
• Cabo Verde
• Gambia
• Ghana
• Guinea
• Guinea-Bissau
• Liberia
• Mali
• Mauritania
• Niger
• Nigeria
• Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
• Senegal
• Sierra Leone
• Togo
• Cote d'Ivoire
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1:
Key Findings In 2022
Table 2:
Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Table 3:
Market Value, 2012–2022
Table 4:
Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2022
Table 5:
Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 6:
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 7:
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 8:
Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2022
Table 9:
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 10:
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Table 11:
Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2022
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1:
Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 2:
Market Value, 2012–2022
Figure 3:
Consumption, By Country, 2022
Figure 4:
Market Volume Forecast to 2030
Figure 5:
Market Value Forecast to 2030
Figure 6:
Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
Figure 7:
Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
Figure 8:
Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
Figure 9:
Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
Figure 10:
Production Volume And Growth
Figure 11:
Exports And Growth
Figure 12:
Export Prices And Growth
Figure 13:
Market Size And Growth
Figure 14:
Per Capita Consumption
Figure 15:
Imports And Growth
Figure 16:
Import Prices
Figure 17:
Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 18:
Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 19:
Production, By Country, 2022
Figure 20:
Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 21:
Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 22:
Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 23:
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2022
Figure 24:
Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 25:
Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 26:
Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 27:
Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 28:
Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2022
Figure 29:
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2022
Figure 30:
Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 31:
Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2022
Figure 32:
Export Prices, 2012–2022
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