| Product Code: ETC5686551 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Croatia cigarette import market in 2024 continued to see significant concentration, with top exporters being Poland, Romania, Czechia, Germany, and Lithuania. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market structure. The impressive Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 20.09% from 2020 to 2024 reflects a strong growth trajectory, while the growth rate of 15.5% from 2023 to 2024 suggests sustained momentum in the import shipments of cigarettes to Croatia. This data highlights the competitive landscape and growth potential in the Croatian cigarette import market.

Croatias cigarette lighter market, though declining due to decreased smoking rates, still holds a consistent consumer base. Disposable lighters dominate the market, but there is a niche for more durable, high-end lighters among collectors and luxury consumers.
The cigarette market in Croatia is influenced by consumer preferences and regulatory changes. Despite increasing health awareness and smoking bans, cigarettes remain a significant segment of the tobacco market. The introduction of new flavors and marketing strategies, along with changes in tax and regulatory policies, impact the market dynamics.
The cigarette market in Croatia faces challenges related to regulatory restrictions and changing consumer behavior. Stringent regulations on tobacco advertising, packaging, and sales impact market dynamics and can increase operational costs. Additionally, shifting consumer preferences towards healthier alternatives and smoking cessation products affect demand. Navigating regulatory challenges while adapting to changing consumer trends and managing costs are central challenges for this market.
Croatias cigarette market is regulated by strict policies aimed at reducing tobacco consumption and promoting public health. The government adheres to EU directives on tobacco control, including packaging, labeling, and advertising restrictions, as well as measures to combat smoking-related health issues.
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 Croatia Cigarette? Market Overview |
3.1 Croatia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Croatia Cigarette? Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Croatia Cigarette? Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Croatia Cigarette? Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing disposable income of the population leading to higher purchasing power for cigarettes |
4.2.2 Growing urbanization and changing lifestyle preferences favoring smoking habits |
4.2.3 Tourism industry in Croatia attracting visitors who may contribute to cigarette sales |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent government regulations and anti-smoking campaigns impacting cigarette consumption |
4.3.2 Health awareness and education programs leading to a decline in smoking prevalence |
5 Croatia Cigarette? Market Trends |
6 Croatia Cigarette? Market Segmentations |
6.1 Croatia Cigarette? Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume, By Light, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume, By Medium, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Croatia Cigarette? Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume, By Tobacco Shops, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarket and Hypermarkets, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Stores, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Croatia Cigarette? Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Croatia Cigarette? Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Croatia Cigarette? Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Croatia Cigarette? Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average price per pack of cigarettes |
8.2 Number of smokers in Croatia |
8.3 Expenditure on tobacco advertising and promotion |
9 Croatia Cigarette? Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Croatia Cigarette? Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Croatia Cigarette? Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Croatia Cigarette? Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Croatia Cigarette? Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Croatia Cigarette? Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |