Understanding Tea

Moldova’s Tea Trade: Examining Exports, Imports, and Tariffs

Moldova, a small nation located in Eastern Europe, actively participates in the global tea trade. In 2021, Moldova exported tea worth $464k, positioning itself as the 96th largest tea exporter in the world. However, tea ranked as the 263rd most exported product in Moldova during the same year.

Tea Imports Exports

Tea Exports from Moldova

Moldova’s key tea export destinations include Poland, Japan, Romania, Czechia, and Cameroon. Among these, Poland leads the pack with imports worth $459k from Moldova, followed by Japan with $3.11k, Romania with $1.16k, Czechia with $695, and Cameroon with $201.

Notably, between 2020 and 2021, Moldova experienced significant growth in tea exports to Japan, which increased by $3.11k. Romania and Czechia also showed promising growth, with $787 and $695, respectively.

ContinentCountryTrade Value
AfricaCameroon201
AsiaJapan3,112
EuropeCzechia695
EuropeMalta16
EuropePoland458,575
EuropeRomania1,156
Table: Where Does Moldova Export Its Tea (2021)

Tea Imports in Moldova

In 2021, Moldova imported $8.45M worth of tea, positioning itself as the 90th largest tea importer globally. Tea ranked as the 198th most imported product in Moldova during the same year. Moldova primarily imports tea from Russia, Ukraine, Sri Lanka, Romania, and Poland. Among these, Russia accounted for the highest tea imports, totaling $5.14M, followed by Ukraine with $1.52M, Sri Lanka with $316k, Romania with $261k, and Poland with $235k.

The fastest-growing import markets for tea in Moldova between 2020 and 2021 were Ukraine, witnessing an increase of $217k, Belarus with $77.1k, and Russia with $59k.

ContinentCountryTrade Value
AfricaKenya1,324
AfricaRwanda300
AfricaSouth Africa285
AfricaZimbabwe305
AsiaUnited Arab Emirates133,532
AsiaAzerbaijan84,571
AsiaChina148,807
AsiaGeorgia9,125
AsiaIndonesia830
AsiaIndia43,276
AsiaIsrael3,746
AsiaJapan18,580
AsiaSouth Korea1,085
AsiaSri Lanka316,090
AsiaTurkey17,223
AsiaVietnam35,163
AsiaChinese Taipei63
EuropeAustria57,354
EuropeBelgium5,849
EuropeBulgaria357
EuropeBelarus130,900
EuropeCzechia8,271
EuropeGermany177,982
EuropeDenmark274
EuropeSpain35,142
EuropeFinland24
EuropeFrance22,243
EuropeUnited Kingdom6,697
EuropeCroatia199
EuropeItaly2,539
EuropeNetherlands10,030
EuropePoland234,611
EuropeRomania261,106
EuropeRussia5,143,267
EuropeSlovakia18,578
EuropeUkraine1,522,295
North AmericaUnited States340
South AmericaBrazil195
Table: Where Does Moldova Import Its Tea (2021)

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

Vietnam tea has consistently been a popular and trustworthy choice for Moldova, thanks to its premium quality and competitive pricing. In 2021, Moldova imported tea from Vietnam with a total value of $35,163. Vietnam holds a significant position as an important supplier of tea to Moldova, catering to its tea requirements effectively.

Tariffs on Tea Trade

In 2016, Moldova applied an average tariff rate of 8.01% on tea imports. However, certain countries imposed higher import tariffs on tea. Angola, Burundi, Benin, Burkina Faso, and Botswana had the highest import tariffs for tea, all with a Most Favored Nation duty rate treatment of 8.5%.

Conclusion

Moldova’s tea trade showcases its active participation in the global market, with both tea exports and imports contributing to the nation’s economy. While Moldova’s tea exports are relatively modest, the country has experienced growth in markets such as Japan, Romania, and Czechia. On the other hand, Moldova’s substantial tea imports meet the domestic demand, with Russia, Ukraine, and Sri Lanka being the primary sources. Understanding tariff rates is crucial for tea traders, as Moldova applies a moderate average tariff rate, while certain countries impose higher tariffs on tea imports. As Moldova continues its engagement in the global tea trade, it will be interesting to observe the growth and development of its tea industry in the coming years.

Data: BACI

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