| Product Code: ETC8156916 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Maldives continued to rely heavily on imports of pocket lighters in 2024, with top exporting countries being China, Thailand, UAE, Qatar, and India. The market remained highly concentrated, as indicated by the high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 was positive at 3.88%, showing steady growth over the period. However, there was a slight decline in the growth rate from 2023 to 2024, with a decrease of -4.72%. This data suggests a stable market with room for potential shifts in the coming years.

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 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Overview |
3.1 Maldives Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing tourism in the Maldives, leading to higher demand for pocket lighters as souvenirs or for personal use. |
4.2.2 Growing outdoor recreational activities and camping culture in the Maldives, boosting the need for pocket lighters. |
4.2.3 Rising awareness about the importance of preparedness and safety measures, driving the sales of pocket lighters. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations on the import and sale of pocket lighters in the Maldives. |
4.3.2 Increasing competition from alternative fire-starting methods such as electronic lighters or matches. |
4.3.3 Fluctuating economic conditions affecting consumer purchasing power. |
5 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Trends |
6 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market, By Types |
6.1 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Flint Lighter, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronic Lighter, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market, By Material Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Metal, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Offline Stores, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Stores, 2021- 2031F |
7 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of tourist arrivals in the Maldives. |
8.2 Frequency of outdoor recreational events and camping activities. |
8.3 Percentage of households owning at least one pocket lighter. |
9 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Maldives Pocket Lighter Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |