Market Forecast By Type (Green Tea, Black Tea, Oolong Tea, Fruit/Herbal Tea, Others), By Packaging (Plastic Containers, Loose Tea, Paperboards, Aluminum Tins, Tea Bags), By Distribution Channel (Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Specialty Stores, Convenience Stores, Online Stores, Others), By Application (Residential, Commercial) And Competitive Landscape
| Product Code: ETC178254 | Publication Date: Jan 2022 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The Australia Tea Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Growth accelerates to 3.54% in 2026, following an initial rate of 3.52%, before easing to 3.00% at the end of the period.

| Report Name | Australia Tea Market |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2029 |
| CAGR | 3% |
| Growing Sector | Beverage |
The Australia Tea Market report thoroughly covers the market by Types, by Product Types and by End-users. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
Australia Tea Market is moving forward with mixed patterns over the past few years. This industry is categorised on the basis of types and by packaging. Demand of premium, organic, and health-focused products, the green tea is in growing rapidly. Consumption of Tea continues to rise with the increasing interest in green, herbal, and functional teas.
Australia Tea Market is expected to grow at the steady CAGR of 3% during the forecast period 2025-2029. The preference of tea among the population of Australia is minimal. Nonetheless, the demand of healthy, natural beverages is rising, also green tea and herbal teas leading the way. In the recent years, health-conscious consumers started seeking products that offer functional benefits, such as detoxification, weight management, and relaxation. The growing demand for organic and sustainably sourced teas also contributes to market growth, as more consumers prioritize environmental impact and ethical sourcing.
Despite its growth, there are several obstacles present in the Australia Tea Industry. One of the major issues is the intense competition is growing from other beverage categories such as coffee and bottled drinks, which can impact consumption of tea. This market is also affected by fluctuations in tea production costs due to factors like climate change and labour shortages in key tea-growing regions. Apart from this, the preferences of consumers are shifting rapidly, and brands must continually innovate to meet the demand. People are more inclined towards new flavours, organic options, and eco-friendly packaging.
Australia Tea Market is transforming dynamically with numbers of the trends which include the shift towards the health-conscious beverages, with increasing demand for green, herbal, and functional teas. Now, the consumers are opting for premium, organic, and sustainably sourced products, that reflects the growing preference for wellness and sustainability. The market is also seeing the rise of specialty teas such as matcha and detox teas.
Numerous potential opportunities exist in the Australia tea market lie in expanding the premium and organic tea segments. This segment caters to the increasing demand for health-focused products. Due to rise of online retail offers a potential growth avenue, with consumers turning to e-commerce for specialty tea purchases. Further, investing is increased in sustainable packaging and ethically sourced tea can attract environmentally-conscious consumers. The growth of the herbal and functional tea market also presents lucrative prospects.
Some major players who are contributing in the Australia Tea Market Growth which include Twinings, T2 Tea, Lipton, and Dilmah. All these companies dominate through with their wide range of premium and everyday tea options. Smaller niche brands such as Tea Tonic and The Tea Centre are gaining traction with their specialty, organic, and health-focused offerings. These companies continue to innovate with new blends and eco-friendly packaging to meet evolving consumer preferences.
According to Australian Government Data, some initiatives and regulations related to food safety and quality implemented on the Australia Tea Market, such as Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) guidelines. The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) regulate the use of chemicals in tea farming, ensuring the safety of ingredients. Further, sustainability practices are encouraged, with packaging regulations are majorly focusing on reducing use of plastics and promoting recycling through initiatives like the National Plastics Plan 2021.
Australia Tea Market looks stagnant in the forthcoming years. The market has experiencing stable growth in health-conscious and premium tea segments. Also, the market is continued to expand with the growing demand for more organic and functional options. Further, there is likely to be increased innovation in tea blends and health-focused ingredients. The rise of wellness trends and alternative beverages is expected to contribute to the diversification and expansion of the market.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
According to Vasudha, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, Green tea is expected to dominate the Australia tea market due to its health benefits, popularity among health-conscious consumers, and extensive consumption. Other types like black tea and oolong tea continue to hold a strong market presence, but green tea remains the most consumed variety.
Tea bags are likely to dominate the Australia tea market share due to their convenience, ease of use, and increasing consumer preference for single-serve packaging. Other packaging formats like loose tea and aluminium tins also have strong market shares, but tea bags remain the primary choice for most tea drinkers.
Supermarkets and hypermarkets are expected to hold the largest Australia Tea Market Share due to it’s their extensive reach and wide variety of products. Specialty stores and online stores are also gaining traction, but supermarkets remain the primary distribution channel due to convenience and accessibility.
Residential sector is likely to dominate the market with the rising number of tea drinkers and the increasing preference for home-brewed tea. The commercial sector, including cafes and restaurants, also contributes significantly, but residential consumption remains the leading application for tea products.
The report has been segmented and sub-segmented into the following categories:
| 1 Executive Summary |
| 2 Introduction |
| 2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
| 2.2 Report Description |
| 2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
| 2.4 Research Methodology |
| 2.5 Assumptions |
| 3 Australia Tea Market Overview |
| 3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
| 3.2 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, 2019 & 2029F |
| 3.3 Australia Tea Market - Industry Life Cycle |
| 3.4 Australia Tea Market - Porter's Five Forces |
| 3.5 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2019 & 2029F |
| 3.6 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging, 2019 & 2029F |
| 3.7 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2019 & 2029F |
| 3.8 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2019 & 2029F |
| 4 Australia Tea Market Dynamics |
| 4.1 Impact Analysis |
| 4.2 Market Drivers |
| 4.2.1 Increasing health consciousness and awareness among consumers |
| 4.2.2 Growing preference for natural and organic products |
| 4.2.3 Innovation in tea flavors and blends |
| 4.2.4 Rising popularity of specialty and premium teas |
| 4.3 Market Restraints |
| 4.3.1 Competition from other beverage categories like coffee and health drinks |
| 4.3.2 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs |
| 4.3.3 Limited domestic tea production leading to dependence on imports |
| 4.3.4 Seasonal variations affecting demand for hot tea |
| 5 Australia Tea Market Trends |
| 6 Australia Tea Market, By Types |
| 6.1 Australia Tea Market, By Type |
| 6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.1.2 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.1.3 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Green Tea, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.1.4 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Black Tea, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.1.5 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Oolong Tea, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.1.6 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Fruit/Herbal Tea, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.1.7 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.2 Australia Tea Market, By Packaging |
| 6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.2.2 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic Containers, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.2.3 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Loose Tea, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.2.4 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Paperboards, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.2.5 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Aluminum Tins, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.2.6 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Tea Bags, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.3 Australia Tea Market, By Distribution Channel |
| 6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.3.2 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.3.3 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialty Stores, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.3.4 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.3.5 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Stores, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.3.6 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.4 Australia Tea Market, By Application |
| 6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.4.2 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Residential, 2019 & 2029F |
| 6.4.3 Australia Tea Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial, 2019 & 2029F |
| 7 Australia Tea Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
| 7.1 Australia Tea Market Export to Major Countries |
| 7.2 Australia Tea Market Imports from Major Countries |
| 8 Australia Tea Market Key Performance Indicators |
| 8.1 Consumer adoption rate of new tea flavors and blends |
| 8.2 Percentage of consumers choosing organic and natural teas |
| 8.3 Growth in sales of specialty and premium teas |
| 8.4 Market penetration of Australian tea brands in international markets |
| 8.5 Sustainability practices implemented by tea companies |
| 9 Australia Tea Market - Opportunity Assessment |
| 9.1 Australia Tea Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2019 & 2029F |
| 9.2 Australia Tea Market Opportunity Assessment, By Packaging, 2019 & 2029F |
| 9.3 Australia Tea Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2019 & 2029F |
| 9.4 Australia Tea Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2019 & 2029F |
| 10 Australia Tea Market - Competitive Landscape |
| 10.1 Australia Tea Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
| 10.2 Australia Tea Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
| 11 Company Profiles |
| 12 Recommendations |
| 13 Disclaimer |