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Iran: Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Market 2025

Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2022, overseas shipments of cigarettes containing tobacco were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, saw a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 400% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cigarettes containing tobacco exports declined to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 336% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Georgia (X tons) was the main destination for cigarettes containing tobacco exports from Iran, with a 97% share of total exports. It was followed by China (X tons), with a 2.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Georgia stood at +269.8%.

In value terms, Georgia ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cigarettes containing tobacco exports from Iran, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 0.7% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Georgia totaled +217.1%.

Export Prices by Country

The average cigarettes containing tobacco export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -13.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 25%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Georgia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United Arab Emirates (-3.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cigarettes Containing Tobacco Imports

Imports into Iran

In 2022, purchases abroad of cigarettes containing tobacco decreased by -9.1% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a mild increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 239% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cigarettes containing tobacco imports declined significantly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 276%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Armenia (X tons) was the main cigarettes containing tobacco supplier to Iran, accounting for a approx. 99.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Armenia stood at +152.8%.

In value terms, Armenia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cigarettes containing tobacco to Iran.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Armenia amounted to +168.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cigarettes containing tobacco import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -8.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 71% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Armenia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Armenia amounted to +6.0% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cigarettes containing tobacco in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cigarettes containing tobacco consumption was Russia, comprising approx. 97% of total volume.

What are the largest producers of cigarettes containing tobacco in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of cigarettes containing tobacco production, accounting for 97% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of cigarettes containing tobacco to Iran?

In value terms, the largest cigarettes containing tobacco suppliers to Iran were Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cigarettes containing tobacco from Iran?

In value terms, Georgia remains the key foreign market for cigarettes containing tobacco exports from Iran.

What is the average export price for cigarettes containing tobacco in Iran?

The average cigarettes containing tobacco export price stood at $5,425 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -36.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cigarettes containing tobacco in Iran?

In 2021, the average cigarettes containing tobacco import price amounted to $21,240 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cigarettes containing tobacco market in Iran. 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:

Iran

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iran
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
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024