Bolivia

In 2023, cigarettes in Bolivia witnessed a notable surge in the presence of smuggled brands. These products, previously predominant in provinces and rural areas, made significant inroads into urban markets, particularly in kiosks, popular markets,…

In 2023, tobacco in Bolivia recorded one of its most challenging periods in recent times, primarily due to a notable growth in the availability of illegal cigarette brands. Until a few years ago, Bolivia was primarily a transit country for the…

In 2023, e-vapour products in Bolivia experienced considerable growth and formalisation in the distribution channels for e-vapour products. The availability of these products surged in both modern and traditional retail outlets. Initially, e-vapour…

The consumption of cigars and cigarillos in Bolivia remained niche in 2023, with these products having limited distribution. They are mainly available in small tobacco speciality stores, which in recent years have also started offering e-vapours, or…