November Tea Report: 2025 China Exports & US Imports

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China Tea Export and US Tea Import Report
For China Customs and USDA trade data to November 2025*
Report Date: 2026FEB09

 

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND KEY HIGHLIGHTS

 

China Exports

China’s tea exports for the first eleven months of 2025 totaled 383,835 metric tons, representing a 5.1% increase compared to the same period in 2024. November 2025 showed exceptional growth of 18.4%.

US Imports

US tea imports from China through November 2025 totaled 10,232 metric tons, down 3.6% compared to 2024. China maintains strong market positions, representing 32.6% of US green tea imports and 32.5% of organic imports.

Key Highlights:

  • November 2025 China exports surged 18.4% over November 2024
  • China green tea export YTD: +14.2%, representing 88.0% of total exports
  • China export prices stable at an average $3.74/kg
  • US imports contracted 8.5%, but China maintained share
  • 2026 Forecast: 374,448 MT (81% confidence)

 

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2. CHINA EXPORTS

 

3. US IMPORTS

 

4. KEY FINDINGS AND INSIGHTS

 

Export-Import Disconnect Widening

China exports rose +5.1% YTD while US imports from China declined -3.6%. November’s exceptional export growth (+18.4%) contrasted with US import decline (-32.7%) highlights the importance of African, Middle Eastern, and other emerging tea markets.

Market Structural Challenges

The 8.5% YTD decline in total US imports suggests consumer demand weakness, ongoing inventory corrections, economic headwinds, and category-specific challenges. However, China’s maintained market share indicates competitive strength despite volume pressures.

* This report was produced with the assistance of an AI agent. It was reviewed and edited by Firsd Tea, but may contain data errors. Please consult original data sources for verification.