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Nepal: Cigars And Cigarillos Market 2025

Cigars And Cigarillos Market Size in Nepal

The Nepalese cigars and cigarillos market dropped to $X in 2022, which is down by -9.5% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a deep slump. Cigars and cigarillos consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Cigars And Cigarillos Production in Nepal

In value terms, cigars and cigarillos production shrank to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by 26% against the previous year. Cigars and cigarillos production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Cigars And Cigarillos Exports

Exports from Nepal

In 2022, the amount of cigars, cheroots and cigarillos exported from Nepal was estimated at X kg, remaining constant against 2021 figures. In general, exports recorded a significant decline. The smallest decline of -61.5% was in 2013. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cigars and cigarillos exports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant curtailment. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X kg) was the main destination for cigars and cigarillos exports from Nepal, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States amounted to -55.4%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for cigars, cheroots and cigarillos exports from Nepal.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States totaled -61.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cigars and cigarillos export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 10% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, faced a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 137%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -14.0% per year.

Cigars And Cigarillos Imports

Imports into Nepal

In 2022, supplies from abroad of cigars, cheroots and cigarillos increased by 18% to X kg, rising for the eighth year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 20% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X kg in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cigars and cigarillos imports rose sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 23%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X kg), India (X kg) and Thailand (X kg) were the main suppliers of cigars and cigarillos imports to Nepal, with a combined 86% share of total imports. The United States, Malaysia and Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 14%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Malaysia (with a CAGR of +23.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X), Hong Kong SAR ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X) were the largest cigars and cigarillos suppliers to Nepal, together comprising 78% of total imports. Thailand, the United States and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Malaysia, with a CAGR of +36.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

The average cigars and cigarillos import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -8.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a temperate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, cigars and cigarillos import price decreased by -42.7% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the average import price increased by 73%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+7.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cigars and cigarillos market in Nepal. 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 12001130 - Cigars, cheroots and cigarillos containing tobacco or mixtures of tobacco and tobacco substitutes (excluding tobacco duty)

Country coverage:

Nepal

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Nepal
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
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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 2012–2024
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