Packaged black tea imports in Yemen: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Yemen imported packaged black tea worth $4.0 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 37% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $11.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $11.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 937 t |
Where Yemen imports packaged black tea from
Kenya alone supplied 82% of it. Among the main suppliers, Sri Lanka grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $3.3M | 82% |
| Sri Lanka | $509K | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $143K | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $51K | 1.3% |
| Egypt | $38K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.61 per kg, 53% below the world average of $7.76, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Packaged black tea exports from Yemen
In 2024, Yemen exported packaged black tea worth $334 thousand (87 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 57% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $190K | 57% |
| United Kingdom | $73K | 22% |
| Saudi Arabia | $58K | 17% |
| Canada | $5K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $5K | 1.4% |
| France | $4K | 1.1% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0.3% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Yemen?
The shipment records behind Yemen packaged black tea imports (HS 0902.30): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0902.30: Tea, black: (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg.
Common questions
What is the value of packaged black tea imported by Yemen?
Yemen imported packaged black tea worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 71st of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply packaged black tea to Yemen?
Kenya was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by Sri Lanka (13%) and Saudi Arabia (4%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of packaged black tea per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.61 per kg in 2024, 53% below the world average of $7.76 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of packaged black tea to Yemen changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2018 at $11.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.0 million a year.
Does Yemen also export packaged black tea?
Yes. Yemen exported $334 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia. On balance Yemen is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for packaged black tea?
The HS code for packaged black tea is subheading 0902.30. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0902 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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