| Product Code: ETC005421 | Publication Date: Jun 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The United States continues to see significant cigarette lighter import shipments, with top exporting countries in 2024 including China, Metropolitan France, Spain, Japan, and Switzerland. Despite a high concentration with a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), the industry has shown a strong compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.99% from 2020 to 2024. However, there was a slight decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -11.13%, indicating potential fluctuations in the market. The competitive landscape and consumer preferences may be influencing these trends in the cigarette lighter import sector.

The United States US cigarette lighter market is expected to witness growth at a CAGR of over 3% during the forecast period (2020-2026). Cigarette lighters are used for various purposes such as lighting cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other combustible materials. The growing popularity of smoking products among adults has been one of the major factors driving the demand for cigarette lighters in recent years. Moreover, with increasing disposable income of people across all segments, there is an increase in spending capacity on luxury items such as electronic gadgets like USB rechargeable lighter etc., which is further expected to fuel the growth of the market during 2020-2026.
Furthermore, manufacturers have started introducing unique designs and styles for their product offerings such as multi-functional models that feature additional tools like scissors or bottle openers along with traditional features. This trend has led to a surge in demand from consumers who want convenience and style when using their products. Additionally, numerous promotional activities by companies combined with decreasing prices are also likely to supplement market growth over 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 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Overview |
3.1 United States (US) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, 2019 & 2026F |
3.3 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2019 & 2026F |
3.6 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material, 2019 & 2026F |
3.7 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channels, 2019 & 2026F |
4 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing disposable income levels in the United States leading to higher spending on convenience products like cigarette lighters |
4.2.2 Growth in the smoking population in certain demographic segments |
4.2.3 Innovation in lighter designs and technologies to cater to consumer preferences |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Government regulations and campaigns promoting smoking cessation leading to a decline in cigarette consumption |
4.3.2 Health concerns and increased awareness about the harmful effects of smoking reducing the demand for cigarette lighters |
5 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Trends |
6 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market, By Types |
6.1 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2016 - 2026F |
6.1.3 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Flint Cigarette Lighter, 2016 - 2026F |
6.1.4 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronic Cigarette Lighter, 2016 - 2026F |
6.1.5 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2016 - 2026F |
6.2 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market, By Material |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic, 2016 - 2026F |
6.2.3 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Metal, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market, By Distribution Channels |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Tobacco shops, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3.3 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3.4 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3.5 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Stores, 2016 - 2026F |
6.3.6 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2016 - 2026F |
7 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of cigarette lighters in the US market |
8.2 Number of new lighter designs or technologies introduced each year |
8.3 Consumer satisfaction levels with regards to the durability and functionality of cigarette lighters |
9 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2019 & 2026F |
9.2 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material, 2019 & 2026F |
9.3 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channels, 2019 & 2026F |
10 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2019 |
10.2 United States (US) Cigarette Lighter Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |