In 2024, Germany leads European smoking tobacco imports with 27.738 million kilograms, followed by Poland (19.559M kg), Spain (12.458M kg), and France (11.331M kg). While Germany witnessed a 1.52% YoY variation, other notable changes include Romania at 6.69% and Lithuania at 6.15%. The United Kingdom and Poland also showed positive trends with increases of 3.09% and 3.76%, respectively. On the contrary, countries like the Netherlands (-4.14%) and Greece (-4.79%) saw reductions. Irregularities are apparent in smaller markets like Ireland (-24.91%).
Future Trends
Expect shifts in traditional smoking habits towards alternatives, influenced by health regulations and societal changes. Sustainable and lower-risk products may reshape imports. Eastern European markets, like Romania and Lithuania, show growth potential, while Western Europe could see stabilization or decline in traditional tobacco imports.
Top countries in Import of Smoking Tobacco by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 27,738,000 | 2023 | +3.3% | +1.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 19,559,000 | 2023 | +4.45% | +3.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12,458,000 | 2023 | +1.35% | +2.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 11,331,000 | 2023 | +1.7% | +0.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 10,663,000 | 2023 | +3.82% | +3.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 9,620,900 | 2023 | +4.71% | +6.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 7,786,400 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 7,502,800 | 2023 | +1.74% | +0.094% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 6,174,600 | 2023 | +4.82% | +6.15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 5,802,100 | 2023 | +2.98% | +2.14% | View data |
