Tobacco in Serbia

Tobacco consumption in Serbia continued to shift in 2024, shaped by declining smoking prevalence, rising economic pressures, and a growing appetite for alternative nicotine products. The legal smoking population is gradually shrinking, and societal attitudes toward smoking are becoming more negative, particularly among younger generations. These shifts are translating into ongoing volume declines in cigarettes, as consumers either reduce their tobacco intake or explore perceived lower-risk alter...

Euromonitor International's Tobacco in Serbia report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data 2020-2024, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market - be the new legislative, distribution or pricing issues. Forecasts to 2029 illustrate how the market is set to change.

Product coverage: Cigarettes, Cigarettes (Illicit+Legal), Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco, E-Vapour Consumables (Illicit+Legal), Smokeless Tobacco, E-Vapour Products and Heated Tobacco.

Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

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Tobacco in Serbia
Euromonitor International
July 2025
List Of Contents And Tables
TOBACCO IN SERBIA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Tobacco in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Retail developments
What next for tobacco?
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Legislation
Legislative overview
Summary 1 Legislation Summary at a Glance
Minimum legal smoking age
Smoking prevalence
Tar levels
Health warnings
Plain packaging
Advertising and sponsorship
Point-of-sale display bans
Smoking in public places
Low Ignition Propensity (LIP) cigarette regulation
Flavoured tobacco product ban
Vapour products
PRODUCTION/IMPORTS/EXPORTS
MARKET INDICATORS
Table 1 Number of Adult Smokers by Gender 2019-2024
MARKET DATA
Table 2 Sales of Tobacco by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 3 Sales of Tobacco by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 4 Sales of Tobacco by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 5 Sales of Tobacco by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 6 Forecast Sales of Tobacco by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 7 Forecast Sales of Tobacco by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 8 Forecast Sales of Tobacco by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 9 Forecast Sales of Tobacco by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
Summary 2 Research Sources
CIGARETTES IN SERBIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Declining cigarette consumption reflects shifting attitudes and economic pressures
Philip Morris consolidates leadership through long-term investment and smoke-free transition
Local retail retains dominance as discounters reshape channel dynamics
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Downward pressure on cigarette sales to intensify over the forecast period
International manufacturers to remain dominant as local players focus on niche export strategies
Investment in capacity and smoke-free alternatives replaces traditional product innovation
TAXATION AND PRICING
Taxation rates
Table 10 Taxation and Duty Levies 2019-2024
Average cigarette pack price breakdown
Summary 3 Average Cigarette Pack Price Breakdown: Brand Examples
CATEGORY DATA
Table 11 Sales of Cigarettes: Volume 2019-2024
Table 12 Sales of Cigarettes by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 13 Sales of Cigarettes: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 14 Sales of Cigarettes by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 15 Sales of Cigarettes by Blend: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 16 Sales of Cigarettes by Standard/Menthol/Capsule: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 17 Sales of Cigarettes by Regular/Slim/Superslim/Microslim: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 18 Sales of Cigarettes by Pack Size: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 19 Sales of Cigarettes by Price Band: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 20 NBO Company Shares of Cigarettes: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 21 LBN Brand Shares of Cigarettes: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 22 Sales of Cigarettes by Distribution Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 23 Illicit Trade Estimate of Cigarettes: Volume 2019-2024
Table 24 Forecast Sales of Cigarettes: Volume 2024-2029
Table 25 Forecast Sales of Cigarettes by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 26 Forecast Sales of Cigarettes: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 27 Forecast Sales of Cigarettes by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
Table 28 Forecast Sales of Cigarettes by Blend: % Volume 2024-2029
Table 29 Forecast Sales of Cigarettes by Standard/Menthol/Capsule: % Volume 2024-2029
Table 30 Forecast Sales of Cigarettes by Regular/Slim/Superslim/Microslim: % Volume 2024-2029
Table 31 Forecast Sales of Cigarettes by Pack Size: % Volume 2024-2029
Table 32 Forecast Sales of Cigarettes by Price Band: % Volume 2024-2029
CIGARS, CIGARILLOS AND SMOKING TOBACCO IN SERBIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Traditional and flavoured cigars see growing interest among consumers seeking quality and distinction
Burger Group maintains lead in cigars and cigarillos through wide assortment and accessible pricing
Specialist tobacco shops retain leadership in cigars and cigarillos through curated assortments and consumer trust
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Premiumisation and flavoured options to drive growth in cigars and cigarillos, while smoking tobacco retains popularity through affordability and customisation
Market to remain dominated by leading manufacturers, with segmentation shaped by price sensitivity and expanding product portfolios
Artisanal positioning and product differentiation to fuel innovation in premium cigars and rolling tobacco
CATEGORY DATA
Table 33 Sales of Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 34 Sales of Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 35 Sales of Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 36 Sales of Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 37 Sales of Cigars by Size: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 38 Sales of Cigarillos by Price Platform 2019-2024
Table 39 NBO Company Shares of Cigars and Cigarillos: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 40 LBN Brand Shares of Cigars and Cigarillos: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 41 NBO Company Shares of Cigars: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 42 LBN Brand Shares of Cigars: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 43 NBO Company Shares of Cigarillos: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 44 LBN Brand Shares of Cigarillos: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 45 NBO Company Shares of Smoking Tobacco: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 46 LBN Brand Shares of Smoking Tobacco: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 47 NBO Company Shares of Pipe Tobacco: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 48 LBN Brand Shares of Pipe Tobacco: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 49 NBO Company Shares of Fine Cut Tobacco: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 50 LBN Brand Shares of Fine Cut Tobacco: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 51 Distribution of Cigars and Cigarillos by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 52 Distribution of Smoking Tobacco by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 53 Forecast Sales of Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 54 Forecast Sales of Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 55 Forecast Sales of Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 56 Forecast Sales of Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
SMOKELESS TOBACCO, E-VAPOUR PRODUCTS AND HEATED TOBACCO IN SERBIA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2024 DEVELOPMENTS
Vaping gains momentum as e-vapour and heated tobacco continue to attract health-conscious and convenience-driven consumers
Leading players consolidate dominance in e-vapour and heated tobacco through innovation, reach, and premium positioning
Vape stores lead distribution for e-vapour products while small grocers sustain heated tobacco availability in underserved regions
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Growth in smoke-free alternatives expected as Serbian consumers seek convenience, discretion, and perceived harm reduction
Disposable e-cigarettes gain traction, but rechargeable closed systems likely to dominate in the long term
Innovation to focus on enhanced technology, flavour customisation, and premium design features
CATEGORY INDICATORS
Table 57 Number of Adult Vapers 2019-2024
CATEGORY DATA
Table 58 Sales of Smokeless Tobacco by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 59 Sales of Smokeless Tobacco by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 60 Sales of E-Vapour Products by Category: Volume 2019-2024
Table 61 Sales of E-Vapour Products by Category: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 62 Sales of Tobacco Heating Devices: Volume 2019-2024
Table 63 Sales of Tobacco Heating Devices: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 64 Sales of Heated Tobacco: Volume 2019-2024
Table 65 Sales of Heated Tobacco: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 66 Sales of Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine: Volume 2019-2024
Table 67 Sales of Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine: % Volume Growth 2019-2024
Table 68 Sales of Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 69 Sales of Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 70 Sales of Smokeless Tobacco, E-Vapour Products and Heated Tobacco by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 71 Sales of Smokeless Tobacco, E-Vapour Products and Heated Tobacco by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 72 Sales of E-Liquids by Nicotene Strength: % Value 2021-2024
Table 73 NBO Company Shares of Smokeless Tobacco: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 74 LBN Brand Shares of Smokeless Tobacco: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 75 NBO Company Shares of E-Vapour Products: % Value 2020-2024
Table 76 LBN Brand Shares of E-Vapour Products: % Value 2021-2024
Table 77 NBO Company Shares of Tobacco Heating Devices: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 78 LBN Brand Shares of Tobacco Heating Devices: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 79 NBO Company Shares of Heated Tobacco: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 80 LBN Brand Shares of Heated Tobacco: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 81 NBO Company Shares of Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine: % Volume 2020-2024
Table 82 LBN Brand Shares of Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine: % Volume 2021-2024
Table 83 Distribution of Smokeless Tobacco by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 84 Distribution of E-Vapour Products by Format: % Value 2019-2024
Table 85 Distribution of Tobacco Heating Devices by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 86 Distribution of Heated Tobacco by Format: % Volume 2019-2024
Table 87 Forecast Sales of Smokeless Tobacco by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 88 Forecast Sales of Smokeless Tobacco by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 89 Forecast Sales of E-Vapour Products by Category: Volume 2024-2029
Table 90 Forecast Sales of E-Vapour Products by Category: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 91 Forecast Sales of Tobacco Heating Devices: Volume 2024-2029
Table 92 Forecast Sales of Tobacco Heating Devices: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 93 Forecast Sales of Heated Tobacco: Volume 2024-2029
Table 94 Forecast Sales of Heated Tobacco: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 95 Forecast Sales of Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine: Volume 2024-2029
Table 96 Forecast Sales of Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine: % Volume Growth 2024-2029
Table 97 Forecast Sales of Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 98 Forecast Sales of Tobacco Free Oral Nicotine by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
Table 99 Forecast Sales of Smokeless Tobacco, E-Vapour Products and Heated Tobacco by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 100 Forecast Sales of Smokeless Tobacco, E-Vapour Products and Heated Tobacco by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

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