28/02/2026
Iraq Leads, Türkiye Surges as Tea Export Rankings Shift
Iraq held firm as the top buyer of Ceylon Tea in January 2026, importing 2.95 million kilos. While this was slightly below the 3.02 million kilos purchased a year earlier, Iraq maintained its lead position.
The real momentum came from Turkey, which rocketed into second place with 2.36 million kilos — an impressive 118% year-on-year surge from 1.08 million kilos.
Meanwhile, Russia slipped to third, though still posting solid growth. Imports climbed 17% YoY to 2.02 million kilos, reflecting steady demand despite the reshuffle in rankings.