HS Code:
Black tea (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3 kg (HS Code: 0902.30), represents a significant category within the global tea market. This category includes packaged black tea products ready for retail sale, primarily consumed as a beverage worldwide. Black tea is fully fermented, giving it a robust flavor, while partly fermented tea offers a middle ground between green and black varieties. This product category is a staple in many cultures, with consumption driven by both traditional practices and modern health trends emphasizing antioxidants and other benefits.
Total Trade Volume
USD 2.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 800 million
32% of total trade
Increasing
USD 600 million
24% of total trade
Stable
USD 400 million
16% of total trade
Increasing
USD 300 million
12% of total trade
Increasing
USD 200 million
8% of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
6.5%
Highest Rate
25% (applied by certain Middle Eastern countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-India FTA)
Rising demand for premium and organic black tea
Increased exports from countries like India and Sri Lanka, with a focus on sustainable farming practices
2021-2022
Growth in ready-to-drink (RTD) tea products
Shift in packaging and marketing strategies to cater to younger demographics in urban markets
2020-2022
Fluctuating raw material prices due to climate change
Price volatility affecting smaller exporters and leading to supply chain disruptions
2019-2022
The European Union introduced stricter limits on pesticide residues in imported tea, impacting exporters who must now adapt to new compliance standards.
March 2023
Potential short-term export declines for non-compliant producers, but long-term benefits for quality assurance
Negotiations to reduce tariffs on tea under the existing bilateral trade agreement have progressed, aiming to boost exports from both countries.
July 2023
Expected increase in trade volume between the two countries and improved market access
Kenya announced investments in modern tea processing facilities to enhance the quality and shelf-life of packaged black tea for export.
September 2022
Likely to strengthen Kenyaโs position in the global market with higher value-added products