Understanding Tea

Azerbaijan’s Tea Trade: Export Trends, Import Markets, and Tariff Analysis

Azerbaijan, a country nestled in the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has emerged as a significant player in the global tea trade.

Tea Imports Exports

Tea Exports from Azerbaijan

In 2021, Azerbaijan exported tea valued at $8.89 million, positioning it as the 47th largest tea exporter worldwide. Among Azerbaijan’s export commodities, tea ranked as the 41st most exported product during the same year. The primary destinations for Azerbaijani tea exports were Georgia, with a value of $4.94 million, followed by Ukraine at $2.39 million, Russia at $397,000, Saudi Arabia at $273,000, and Israel at $198,000.

Emerging Export Markets

Azerbaijan experienced notable growth in tea exports between 2020 and 2021, particularly in emerging markets. The fastest-growing export markets for Azerbaijani tea during this period were Ukraine, with an impressive increase of $516,000, followed by Israel at $169,000, and Turkey at $142,000. These figures highlight the expanding demand for Azerbaijani tea in these emerging markets.

Where Does Azerbaijan Export Its Tea (2021)

ContinentCountryTrade Value
AsiaUnited Arab Emirates90,705
AsiaChina11,232
AsiaGeorgia4,939,559
AsiaIraq3,085
AsiaIsrael197,515
AsiaJapan1,939
AsiaKazakhstan448
AsiaKuwait83,594
AsiaSri Lanka4
AsiaSaudi Arabia273,276
AsiaTurkmenistan1,026
AsiaTurkey142,447
AsiaUzbekistan78,489
EuropeBelarus21,102
EuropeCzechia5,330
EuropeGermany57,769
EuropeFrance17
EuropeIreland12
EuropeLithuania17,546
EuropeLatvia40,679
EuropeMoldova84,571
EuropePoland1
EuropeRussia396,637
EuropeSerbia1,561
EuropeSlovakia214
EuropeUkraine2,385,365
North AmericaCanada23,246
North AmericaUnited States36,292

Tea Imports into Azerbaijan

In 2021, Azerbaijan imported tea worth $63.3 million, ranking it as the 31st largest tea importer globally. Tea stood as the 39th most imported product within Azerbaijan during the same year. Azerbaijan primarily sourced its tea imports from Sri Lanka, accounting for imports worth $50.1 million, followed by Russia at $5.95 million, Georgia at $2.24 million, India at $1.62 million, and Vietnam at $861,000.

Emerging Import Markets

Azerbaijan’s tea imports witnessed substantial growth between 2020 and 2021. The fastest-growing import markets for tea in Azerbaijan during this period were India, with an increase of $647,000, followed by Turkey at $389,000, and Rwanda at $280,000. These figures highlight Azerbaijan’s evolving preference for tea from these countries and the diversification of its tea sources.

Tariff Analysis

In 2019, the average tariff for tea in Azerbaijan stood at 12%. Among the countries imposing the highest import tariffs for tea in Azerbaijan were Angola, applying a Most Favoured Nation duty rate treatment at 12.5%, followed by Burundi, Benin, Burkina Faso, and Botswana, all applying the same Most Favoured Nation duty rate treatment at 12.5%.

Where Does Azerbaijan Import Its Tea (2021)

ContinentCountryTrade Value
AfricaBurkina Faso51
AfricaEgypt27
AfricaKenya365,424
AfricaNigeria57
AfricaRwanda329,010
AsiaUnited Arab Emirates491,799
AsiaChina225,430
AsiaGeorgia2,238,639
AsiaIndia1,623,519
AsiaIran389,945
AsiaJapan565
AsiaKyrgyzstan23,844
AsiaSouth Korea15,555
AsiaSri Lanka50,065,084
AsiaTurkey516,587
AsiaVietnam861,486
AsiaChinese Taipei741
EuropeAustria2,563
EuropeBulgaria59
EuropeBelarus4,462
EuropeSwitzerland65
EuropeCzechia735
EuropeGermany153,391
EuropeFrance2,597
EuropeUnited Kingdom1,971
EuropeCroatia138
EuropeItaly9,376
EuropeLithuania12,190
EuropeLuxembourg160
EuropeNetherlands6,413
EuropePoland39,348
EuropeRussia5,953,040
EuropeUkraine5,158
North AmericaCanada9,967
North AmericaUnited States289
South AmericaArgentina129
South AmericaBrazil46

Vietnam Tea: A Popular and Reliable Choice for Azerbaijan’s Imports

Vietnam tea has consistently been a popular and trustworthy choice for Azerbaijan, thanks to its premium quality and competitive pricing. In 2021, Azerbaijan imported tea from Vietnam with a total value of $861,486, marking a 6.5% increase compared to the previous year. Vietnam holds a significant position as an important supplier of tea to Azerbaijan, catering to its tea requirements effectively.

Conclusion

Azerbaijan’s tea trade demonstrates its growing presence in the global market. With increasing tea exports to Georgia, Ukraine, and emerging markets like Israel and Turkey, Azerbaijan’s tea industry is gaining recognition for its quality products. Simultaneously, tea imports from Sri Lanka, Russia, and India highlight Azerbaijan’s diverse range of tea sources and evolving consumer preferences. Understanding emerging markets and their demands, alongside monitoring tariff policies, will be crucial for Azerbaijan’s tea trade growth. As Azerbaijan continues to strengthen its tea industry, nurturing trade relationships and staying abreast of tariff regulations will be pivotal to driving sustainable development and capitalizing on new trade opportunities in this dynamic sector.

Data: BACI

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