Candles and tapers market in Lithuania

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for candles and tapers in Lithuania, measured in tons, experienced significant fluctuations between 2018 and 2024. After starting at 8 976 t in 2018, it declined to a low of 4 936 t in 2021, before recovering to 8 109 t in 2022 and settling at 6 699 t in 2024. In contrast, the market value showed a clear upward trend, rising from 14.9 million USD in 2018 to 28.4 million USD in 2024, indicating a shift towards higher-value products.

The steady increase in market value, despite volatile physical volumes, points to evolving consumer preferences. By 2025, market attention was focused on aromatic and decorative candles, which provide both aesthetic appeal and pleasant fragrances, as highlighted by major retailers like Pepco Lithuania. This demand for creating cozy ambiance and interior decoration has driven the expansion of product assortments, while safety aspects such as candle stability have also gained importance in consumer choices.

Production candles and tapers in Lithuania

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Lithuania's candle and taper production has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, output was valued at 17 175 thousand US dollars, marking a significant year-over-year gain of 23.1%. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 41.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 12.2%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 12 162 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 0.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2021, Lithuania produced 4 856 tonnes of candles and tapers, representing a sharp decline of 27.7% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production decreased by 26.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of 9.6%. The highest value was recorded in 2020 at 6 718 tonnes, which also saw the largest increase of 24.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports candles and tapers from Lithuania

Exports in kind, t

Lithuania's candle and taper exports have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 4 091 tonnes, which is 29.8% higher than in 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 54.1%, equating to an annualized rate of 15.5%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 2 365 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 10.9%. The largest increase occurred in 2020 at 33.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Latvia, Sweden, and Poland formed the key group of partners for Lithuania's candle and taper exports in kind. Latvia accounted for 30.9% of exports, Sweden for 17.4%, and Poland for 14.8%, jointly representing 63.1% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Lithuania's cross-border shipments of candles and tapers have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports totalled 11 301 thousand US dollars, representing a 29.7% improvement year-over-year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 39.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.7%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 7 174 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 11.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Latvia, Sweden, and Russia remained the principal buyers of candles and tapers from Lithuania in value terms. Latvia accounted for 21.6% of exports, Sweden for 15.2%, and Russia for 14.1%, jointly accounting for 50.9% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Lithuania in value, 2018-2021

Imports candles and tapers to Lithuania

Imports in kind, t

In 2021, Lithuania's candle and taper import volumes reached 4 171 tonnes, representing a 9.3% rise compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports decreased by 17.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 6.3%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 3 817 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 30.7%. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 5 509 tonnes.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Poland and China concentrated 80.2% of Lithuania's total candle and taper imports in kind, while the remaining share was distributed among other destinations with smaller individual contributions.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

After a two-year decline, Lithuania's candle and taper imports have increased. In 2021, imports were recorded at 11 576 thousand US dollars, indicating a significant rise of 28.9% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 6.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.2%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 8 979 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 11.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Poland, China, and Latvia were the main suppliers of candles and tapers to Lithuania in value terms. Poland accounted for 55.1% of imports, China for 14.4%, and Latvia for 9.8%, together comprising 79.3% of total import value.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Lithuania in value, 2018-2021