The analysis outlined in this paper1
employs a system of equation approach, rather than a
single equation method to estimates elasticities. The Almost Ideal Demand System (AIDS) was used
for the estimation of tea demand. The demand analysis in this document involves five tea markets,
India, Japan, the UK, the United States and China. The next section of the paper describes the
methodology used for the demand analysis, discusses some key results and findings. The last section
reports on some policy implication and proposes some follow up action.