Understanding Tea

Pakistan’s Tea Trade: A Global Exporter and Leading Importer

Pakistan, a country known for its rich tea traditions and growing market, plays a significant role in the global tea trade.

Tea Imports Exports

Pakistan’s Tea Exports

In 2021, Pakistan exported tea valued at $23.4 million, ranking as the 32nd largest exporter of tea worldwide. Tea held the 137th position among Pakistan’s most exported products during the same year. Afghanistan emerged as the primary destination for Pakistani tea exports, accounting for a significant share of $10.5 million. Other noteworthy export destinations included the United States at $4.57 million, Canada at $952k, Italy at $919k, and Germany at $713k.

Emerging Export Markets

Pakistan experienced notable growth in tea exports between 2020 and 2021, expanding its market reach and seizing new opportunities. The fastest-growing export markets for Pakistani tea during this period were Afghanistan, exhibiting impressive growth at $6.58 million, followed by Greece at $349k and the United States at $295k. These figures underscore Pakistan’s ability to diversify its export destinations and adapt to the changing demands of tea enthusiasts.

Where Does Pakistan Export Its Tea (2021)

ContinentCountryTrade Value
AfricaDjibouti531
AfricaAlgeria611
AfricaGhana16,274
AfricaKenya59
AfricaLibya2,437
AfricaMorocco4,612
AfricaMadagascar164
AfricaMozambique81,951
AfricaMauritania394
AfricaMauritius3,556
AfricaRwanda740
AfricaSenegal109,654
AfricaSomalia5,972
AfricaTogo39,167
AfricaSouth Africa42,964
AsiaAfghanistan10,523,121
AsiaUnited Arab Emirates567,568
AsiaBahrain34,480
AsiaChina104,770
AsiaHong Kong125,957
AsiaIraq629
AsiaJordan47,465
AsiaJapan164,506
AsiaKazakhstan273,738
AsiaKyrgyzstan669,790
AsiaSouth Korea103,716
AsiaSri Lanka29
AsiaMaldives246
AsiaMalaysia87,381
AsiaOman11,472
AsiaPhilippines874
AsiaPalestine3,688
AsiaQatar18,170
AsiaSaudi Arabia682,627
AsiaSingapore22,656
AsiaTajikistan214
AsiaTurkey62
AsiaUzbekistan27,072
AsiaYemen8,207
EuropeAlbania108
EuropeAustria234
EuropeBelgium12,595
EuropeBosnia and Herzegovina1,154
EuropeSwitzerland11,089
EuropeCzechia5,013
EuropeGermany713,181
EuropeDenmark37,246
EuropeSpain198,324
EuropeFinland2,548
EuropeFrance196,626
EuropeUnited Kingdom516,041
EuropeGreece631,280
EuropeIreland19,419
EuropeIceland7
EuropeItaly918,969
EuropeNetherlands13,238
EuropeNorway57,114
EuropePortugal3,159
EuropeSweden32,436
EuropeUkraine5
North AmericaBermuda23
North AmericaCanada952,135
North AmericaUnited States4,574,368
OceaniaAustralia631,289
OceaniaNew Zealand24,648
South AmericaChile17,217

Tea Imports into Pakistan

In 2021, Pakistan imported tea valued at $622 million, securing its position as the world’s largest importer of tea. Tea ranked as the 19th most imported product in Pakistan during the same year. Pakistan primarily sourced its tea imports from Kenya, representing a substantial share of $471 million. Other notable import sources included Vietnam at $72.1 million, Rwanda at $33.1 million, Uganda at $14.3 million, and Burundi at $9.33 million.

Expanding Import Markets

Pakistan witnessed remarkable growth in tea imports between 2020 and 2021, demonstrating its increasing demand for a diverse range of tea varieties from different origins. The fastest-growing import markets for tea in Pakistan during this period were Rwanda, experiencing a significant increase of $4.42 million, followed by Vietnam at $2.87 million and Malawi at $513k. These figures highlight Pakistan’s efforts to broaden its tea choices, catering to the preferences of its tea-consuming population.

Tariffs

In 2018, the average tariff for tea imports into Pakistan stood at 10.9%. Pakistan applied the Most Favored Nation duty rate treatment to tea imports from various countries. Among the countries with the highest import tariffs for tea were Angola, Burundi, Benin, Burkina Faso, and Botswana, all subject to an 11% tariff. These tariff rates play a role in shaping Pakistan’s tea trade dynamics and the selection of its import sources.

Where Does Pakistan Import Its Tea (2021)

ContinentCountryTrade Value
AfricaBurundi9,328,861
AfricaEgypt2,568
AfricaEthiopia482,518
AfricaKenya470,666,798
AfricaMadagascar38,846
AfricaMalawi513,370
AfricaNigeria3,475
AfricaRwanda33,094,084
AfricaTanzania7,194,313
AfricaUganda14,337,667
AsiaUnited Arab Emirates1,944,048
AsiaBangladesh596,774
AsiaChina7,497,266
AsiaIndonesia3,178,462
AsiaIndia260,253
AsiaIran329,505
AsiaJapan19
AsiaKazakhstan10,091
AsiaSri Lanka370,675
AsiaSingapore3,142
AsiaTurkey385
AsiaVietnam72,093,481
AsiaChinese Taipei1,103
EuropeUnited Kingdom47
EuropePoland46
North AmericaCanada481
North AmericaUnited States4,045
OceaniaKiribati6,201
South AmericaArgentina171,369
South AmericaBrazil469

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

Vietnam tea has consistently been a popular and trustworthy choice for Pakistan, thanks to its premium quality and competitive pricing. In 2021, Pakistan imported tea from Vietnam with a total value of $72,093,481, marking a 3.65% increase compared to the previous year. Vietnam holds a significant position as an important supplier of tea to Pakistan, catering to its tea requirements effectively.

Conclusion

Pakistan’s tea trade presents a unique blend of being a significant tea exporter and the world’s largest tea importer. As an exporter, Pakistan caters to countries such as Afghanistan, the United States, Canada, Italy, and Germany, contributing to the global tea market’s diversity. Meanwhile, as an importer, Pakistan sources its tea primarily from Kenya, Vietnam, Rwanda, Uganda, and Burundi, ensuring a wide variety of teas for its tea-loving population. With a focus on both exports and imports, Pakistan solidifies its position as a key player in the global tea trade, fostering tea culture and economic growth within the country.

Data: BACI

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