Between 2025 and 2030, the Iraq tea market is projected to expand at a compound annual rate of 4.6%, increasing from USD 795.5 million to USD 996.0 million. Growth is set to be primarily value-led, reflecting incremental price adjustments and limited premiumisation within an already deeply penetrated category. Tea remains the dominant hot beverage in the country, embedded across daily routines and social customs, with consumption spanning breakfast, post-meal occasions and hospitality settings. Its entrenched role across age groups and income segments underpins resilient baseline demand, even as broader macroeconomic pressures influence purchasing patterns.
The market’s maturity, however, constrains volume upside. Per capita consumption is already high, leaving limited room for structural expansion. While younger consumers are increasingly exposed to coffee and carbonated soft drinks, tea continues to benefit from widespread availability, cultural centrality and comparatively low unit costs. Price increases have exerted some pressure on foodservice channels, prompting a partial shift toward at-home consumption, yet overall demand elasticity remains modest given tea’s status as a staple beverage.
Black loose tea retains overwhelming dominance, accounting for the vast majority of consumption across both urban and rural markets. Bagged formats are gradually gaining share in office and convenience-driven occasions, supported by ease of preparation and portion control. Green and fruit or herbal variants are recording incremental gains, buoyed by rising awareness of health-related attributes, though their scale remains limited relative to traditional black tea and distribution is largely concentrated within modern urban retail. Brand concentration is high, with a small number of established players commanding strong loyalty and relatively narrow price dispersion, creating barriers to entry for new competitors.
Distribution remains anchored in community-based retail networks, which continue to serve as the principal sales channel due to proximity and entrenched purchasing habits. Modern grocery chains are expanding, yet their influence is unlikely to materially displace traditional outlets in the near term. Looking ahead, the trajectory of the Iraqi tea market is expected to remain stable rather than transformative. Incremental value growth will be driven by pricing discipline, selective quality upgrades and operational efficiencies, while sustained brand equity and cost management will be critical in maintaining margins within a saturated and highly competitive environment.
This structured market report presents a detailed view of the tea industry in Iraq. Updated in 2025, it compiles historical market data from 2020 onward and offers projections through 2030. The report is designed for data users seeking precise market sizing, segmentation, and forecast analysis.
What’s Inside the Report
Annual market size figures expressed in (Tons/USD), spanning 2020 to 2030. The dataset includes both historical actuals and forecasts, along with CAGR calculations for historical and projected periods.
Market Segmentation
The Iraq tea market is classified into the following segments:
Product type – e.g., black tea, fruit and herbal tea, green tea, RTD tea
Type – e.g., conventional, organic
Distribution channel – e.g., bars and HoReCa, hypermarkets, small grocery stores, supermarkets, others
Macroeconomic & Demographic Indicators
Supporting context includes:
Total population
Consumer Price Index (CPI)
Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Per capita consumption
Consumer spending as a percentage of GDP
These variables enhance understanding of consumption potential and macroeconomic trends affecting the market.
Competitive Landscape: Market Share Analysis
Updated market share data for major industry players in Iraq tea market is included in the report, providing a snapshot of current competitive alignment. Key players covered include: Ahmad Tea Ltd., Akbar Brothers Ltd., Altunkaya Group of Companies, CIHAN Group, Finlays Colombo PLC, Lipton Teas and Infusions, Saadeldeen Tea FZ LLC, etc.
Market share data is presented for top-performing companies in the overall tea sector, as well as for individual segments such as tea and RTD tea, enabling a granular view of competitive dynamics.
Market share analysis covered in the report:
Iraq tea market share
Iraq RTD tea market share
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
Iraq Tea Market – Product Type Analysis
Iraq Tea Market – Type Analysis
Iraq Tea Market – Distribution Channel Analysis
Company/Brand Shares Analysis
Ahmad Tea Ltd.
Akbar Brothers Ltd.
Altunkaya Group of Companies
CIHAN Group
Finlays Colombo PLC
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Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer
FIGURES AND TABLES
Table Iraq Tea Market Size 2020-2030
Chart Iraq Tea Market, Net Growth, 2020-2030
Chart Iraq Tea Market, Growth Rates, 2020-2030
Table Iraq Tea Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Chart Iraq Tea Market by Product Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Iraq Tea Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Table Iraq Tea Market by Type, 2020-2030
Chart Iraq Tea Market by Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Iraq Tea Market by Type, 2020-2030
Table Iraq Tea Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart Iraq Tea Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Iraq Tea Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Table Iraq Tea Market Share (%), by Companies, 2020-2025
Chart Iraq Tea Market, by Companies, 2025
Table Iraq Tea Market Share (%), by Brands, 2020-2025
Chart Iraq Tea Market, by Brands, 2025
Table Iraq – Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table Iraq – Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table Iraq – Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table Iraq Tea Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table Iraq Tea Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)
Companies Mentioned
This report profiles the following Iraq Tea companies:
Ahmad Tea Ltd.
Akbar Brothers Ltd.
Altunkaya Group of Companies
CIHAN Group
Finlays Colombo PLC
Lipton Teas and Infusions
Saadeldeen Tea FZ LLC