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Russian Federation: Unmanufactured Tobacco Market 2025

Unmanufactured Tobacco Market Size in the Russian Federation

In 2022, the Russian unmanufactured tobacco market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2015, thus ending a six-year declining trend. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Unmanufactured Tobacco Production in the Russian Federation

In value terms, unmanufactured tobacco production contracted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded pronounced growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 51% against the previous year. Unmanufactured tobacco production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

The average yield of tobacco (unmanufactured) in Russia surged to X kg per ha in 2022, increasing by 16% on the previous year. Over the period under review, the yield, however, recorded a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 80% against the previous year. The unmanufactured tobacco yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the yield stood at a somewhat lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the unmanufactured tobacco harvested area in Russia declined to X ha, shrinking by -9.1% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, the harvested area, however, continues to indicate a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the harvested area increased by 40%. The unmanufactured tobacco harvested area peaked at X ha in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Unmanufactured Tobacco Exports

Exports from the Russian Federation

After two years of growth, overseas shipments of tobacco (unmanufactured) decreased by -1.4% to X tons in 2022. In general, total exports indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +23.1% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 109% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, unmanufactured tobacco exports reached $X in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a remarkable increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +8.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports decreased by -28.3% against 2015 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 164% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Kazakhstan (X tons) was the main destination for unmanufactured tobacco exports from Russia, accounting for a 76% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands (X tons), with a 2.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Kazakhstan stood at +19.9%.

In value terms, Kazakhstan ($X) remains the key foreign market for tobacco (unmanufactured) exports from Russia, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Kazakhstan totaled +17.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average unmanufactured tobacco export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 7.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a mild decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price increased by 26%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ukraine (-1.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Unmanufactured Tobacco Imports

Imports into the Russian Federation

In 2022, supplies from abroad of tobacco (unmanufactured) was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 37%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, unmanufactured tobacco imports amounted to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 64%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of unmanufactured tobacco to Russia, accounting for a 25% share of total imports. Moreover, unmanufactured tobacco imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Mozambique (X tons), with a 9.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil totaled -7.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (-4.0% per year) and Mozambique (+2.7% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tobacco (unmanufactured) to Russia, comprising 23% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Mozambique ($X), with a 10% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Brazil totaled -9.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mozambique (+3.0% per year) and India (-4.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average unmanufactured tobacco import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Bangladesh ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+3.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of unmanufactured tobacco consumption was China, accounting for 37% of total volume. Moreover, unmanufactured tobacco consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 5.4% share.
The country with the largest volume of unmanufactured tobacco production was China, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, unmanufactured tobacco production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 12% share.
In value terms, Brazil, Malawi and India were the largest unmanufactured tobacco suppliers to Russia, together accounting for 45% of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, China, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Turkey, Argentina, Italy, Zambia, Tanzania and Bangladesh, which together accounted for a further 40%.
In value terms, Kazakhstan remains the key foreign market for unmanufactured tobacco exports from Russia, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Uzbekistan, with a 4.9% share of total exports. It was followed by Belarus, with a 4.8% share.
In 2021, the average unmanufactured tobacco export price amounted to $4,138 per ton, dropping by -16.1% against the previous year.
The average unmanufactured tobacco import price stood at $4,237 per ton in 2021, increasing by 1.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unmanufactured tobacco market in the Russian Federation. 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 826 - Tobacco leaves

Country coverage:

  • Russia

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the Russian Federation
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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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 THE 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 EditionPRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    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 Export

    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. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012-2024
    10. Exports Prices, By Country, 2012-2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply Vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, by Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, by Product
    12. Exports and Growth, by Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, by Product
    14. Production Volume and Growth
    15. Yield and Growth
    16. Exports and Growth
    17. Export Prices and Growth
    18. Market Size and Growth
    19. Per Capita Consumption
    20. Imports and Growth
    21. Import Prices
    22. Production, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Production, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Harvested Area: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Yield: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    28. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
    29. Imports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    30. Imports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    31. Import Prices, by Country, 2012-2024
    32. Exports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    33. Exports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    34. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2024
    35. Exports, in Physical Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    36. Exports, in Value Terms, by Country, 2012-2024
    37. Export Prices, by Country, 2012-2024

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