Market Stats

• US trade statistics report 236 million kilograms (519 million pounds) of tea imports per year.

• 646,575 kilograms (1.42 million pounds) of tea is consumed per day in the United States.

• Five out of six North Americans drink tea.

• The average North American consumes one cup of tea per day.

• The average North American consumes 800 grams (1.76 pounds) of tea each year.

• American tea industry wholesale purchases increased 130% from $2 billion annually a decade ago to more than $4.6 billion in 1999.

• Tea consumption generates approximately $150 million in sales each year in Canada.

• Tea consumption will continue to increase as health-conscious consumers choose tea for its medicinal benefits.

• Tea is a rich source of antioxidants and flavanoids which are scientifically proven to aid in the prevention of heart disease and cancer.

• The antioxidants in two cups of black tea are equivalent to the antioxidants in one glass of red wine, seven glasses of orange juice, or 20 glasses of apple juice.

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