South Korea Black Tea Market Size, Share & Forecast 2026-2031

Market Overview

South Korea Black Tea Market Highlights

- A USD 1.3 million reduction in value is expected in the South Korea black tea market between 2026 and 2031.
- In terms of segment performance, black tea bags accounted for a revenue share of XX% in 2025, amounting to US$ XX million.
- The market is projected to achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -2.44% from 2026 to 2031.

Backed by updated 2026 data, this market report captures key trends, market shifts, and growth expectations within the black tea sector in South Korea. With a historical lens from 2021 onward and forward projections to 2031, the report helps stakeholders understand where value is being created - and where the next wave of opportunity lies.

What This Report Covers

Annual market size figures expressed in (Tons/KRW/USD), spanning 2021 to 2031. The dataset includes both historical actuals and forecasts, along with CAGR calculations for historical and projected periods.

Market Segmentation

The South Korea black tea market is categorized into the following segments:

Product type: black tea bags, loose leaf black tea

Distribution channel: convenience stores, e-commerce, hypermarkets, tea/liquor/tobacco shops, small grocery stores, supermarkets, others

Macroeconomic and Demographic Indicators

In addition to core market data, the report incorporates key socio-economic indicators that provide essential context for interpreting market dynamics. These include population trends, the Consumer Price Index (CPI), Gross Domestic Product (GDP), per capita consumption (expressed in USD), and consumer spending as a percentage of GDP. Together, these metrics offer a macroeconomic backdrop that enhances the strategic relevance of the market size figures, helping stakeholders better assess demand potential and long-term growth opportunities.

Competitive Landscape: Market Share Analysis

Market share analysis is included for the black tea industry in South Korea, shedding light on the relative scale and market presence of major firms. Leading companies include: Ahmad Tea Ltd., Associated British Foods plc, Lipton Teas and Infusions, Whittard of Chelsea plc, etc.

This report provides market share data for leading players in the overall black tea market, as well as in key segments including black tea, black tea bags and loose leaf black tea.

Market share analysis covered in the report:
South Korea black tea market share
South Korea black tea bags market share
South Korea loose leaf black tea market share

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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
South Korea Black Tea Market - Product Type Analysis
South Korea Black Tea Market - Distribution Channel Analysis
Company/Brand Shares Analysis
Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer

FIGURES AND TABLES
Table South Korea Black Tea Market 2021-2031
Chart South Korea Black Tea Market, Net Growth, 2021-2031
Chart South Korea Black Tea Market, Growth Rates, 2021-2031
Table South Korea Black Tea Market by Product Type, 2021-2031
Chart South Korea Black Tea Market by Product Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2021-2031
Chart South Korea Black Tea Market by Product Type, 2021-2031
Table South Korea Black Tea Market by Distribution Channel, 2021-2031
Chart South Korea Black Tea Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2021-2031
Chart South Korea Black Tea Market by Distribution Channel, 2021-2031
Table South Korea Black Tea Market Share (%), by Companies, 2021-2025
Chart South Korea Black Tea Market, by Companies, 2025
Table South Korea Black Tea Market Share (%), by Brands, 2021-2025
Chart South Korea Black Tea Market, by Brands, 2025
Table South Korea - Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table South Korea - Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table South Korea - Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table South Korea Black Tea Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table South Korea Black Tea Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)

Companies Mentioned

Key industry players examined in this South Korea Black Tea market analysis comprise:
Ahmad Tea Ltd.
Associated British Foods plc
Lipton Teas and Infusions
Whittard of Chelsea plc