The forecast for cigar, cheroot, and cigarillo imports containing tobacco into China shows a steady upward trend from 2024 through 2028, starting at 84.94 thousand kilograms in 2024 and increasing to 99.76 thousand kilograms by 2028. This represents a consistent year-on-year growth of around 4.5%. In 2023, the imports were recorded at 81 thousand kilograms. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is forecasted to be approximately 4.5% annually.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of changing consumer preferences towards luxury and premium brands, potential regulatory changes affecting tobacco imports, and the influence of broader economic conditions on the purchasing power and consumption habits of Chinese consumers.
