5 Countries that Export the Most Tobacco in the World

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1. Brazil

Tobacco Exports in 2022: $2,295,544,069

Tobacco is a major economic contributor in southern Brazil, with over 124,000 tobacco farmers spread across 491 municipalities in the states of Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, and Paraná. However, the region has recently been hit by excessive rains and hail, causing plant roots to drown and leaves to develop spots.

The bulk of Brazilian tobacco exports in 2022 were headed to Europe, with Belgian accounting for 26% of the share. Meanwhile, the second-largest buyer was China, followed by the United States.

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