Roasted coffee market in Russia

Earlier Report Observations

The Russian roasted coffee market expanded significantly from 66.6 thousand tons in 2018 to over 100 thousand tons by 2021. This growth was initially propelled by import substitution policies, which spurred domestic roasting companies to increase production. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 further accelerated market volume as lockdowns shifted consumption towards packaged coffee for home use. Investment in new roasting capacities, including from state-affiliated and major international brands, drove a 23.8% production increase in 2021, supporting the overall market expansion.

From 2022 onwards, the market entered a contraction phase, with volume falling to 87.1 thousand tons by 2024. Western sanctions disrupted logistics and insurance, raising transport costs and reducing coffee imports. The exit of major international brands like Starbucks and Costa Coffee created openings for new market entrants, particularly in the capsule coffee segment. Despite the overall decline, the out-of-home coffee segment demonstrated resilience, with the number of coffee shops growing by 10% in 2023 as consumer habits continued to evolve.

Looking ahead to 2025, the industry is preparing for the mandatory digital labeling of coffee and tea under the 'Chestny Znak' system, effective from June 1, which requires Data Matrix codes on packaging. Domestic production is projected to continue its upward trajectory, supported by investments in new roasting lines and state subsidies for priority ingredient imports, contributing to a 9% output increase for the year.

Production roasted coffee in Russia

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Roasted coffee production in Russia has been growing for three consecutive years. In 2021, production reached 76 925 tonnes, representing a significant year-over-year increase of 23.8%. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production rose by 69.7%, with an average annual growth rate of 19.3%.

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

Exports roasted coffee from Russia

Exports in kind, t

Russia's roasted coffee exports have increased for the third year in a row. In 2021, export volume reached 13 772 tonnes, marking a substantial gain of 25.6% compared to the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 114.2%, which translates to an annualized rate of 28.9%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Belarus, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan were the key destinations for Russia's roasted coffee exports in volume terms. Belarus accounted for 61.0% of exports, Ukraine for 10.9%, and Kazakhstan for 8.3%. Together, these three countries represented 80.2% of total export flows.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

Roasted coffee exports from Russia have risen for three consecutive years. In 2021, exports amounted to 58.9 million US dollars, reflecting a notable increase of 24.7% over the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports increased by 70.1%, with an average annual growth rate of 19.4%.

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

During the period from 2018 to 2021, Belarus, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan continued to be the main buyers of Russian roasted coffee in value terms. Belarus represented 53.6% of exports, Ukraine 13.7%, and Kazakhstan 10.7%. Collectively, these three countries made up 78.0% of total export value.

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

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

Imports roasted coffee to Russia

Imports in kind, t

Russia's roasted coffee imports have grown for the third year in a row. In 2021, import volume reached 37 920 tonnes, which is 17.1% higher than in 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports increased by 42.4%, equating to an annualized rate of 12.5%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands were the largest contributors to Russia's roasted coffee imports in volume terms. Italy accounted for 48.0% of imports, Germany for 17.7%, and the Netherlands for 7.9%. Together, these three countries represented 73.6% of total import flows.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

Russia's roasted coffee imports have increased for three consecutive years. In 2021, imports totaled approximately 282.1 million US dollars, marking a 20.1% rise compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 37.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 11.2%.

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

In the period from 2018 to 2021, Italy, Germany, and Switzerland remained the principal suppliers of roasted coffee to Russia in value terms. Italy accounted for 45.2% of imports, Germany for 16.1%, and Switzerland for 13.5%. Collectively, these three countries represented 74.8% of total import value.

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

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