China - Sanitary Towels, Tampons, Napkins And Napkin Liners For Babies - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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China - Sanitary Towels, Tampons, Napkins And Napkin Liners For Babies - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Price for Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China - 2023

Contents:

  1. Price for Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China (FOB) - 2023
  2. Price for Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China (CIF) - 2023
  3. Exports of Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China
  4. Imports of Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China

Price for Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China (FOB) - 2023

In June 2023, the average sanitary towel and diaper export price amounted to $3,196 per ton, reducing by -4.6% against the previous month. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in March 2023 an increase of 7.4% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $3,722 per ton in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to June 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($6,003 per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($2,591 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Africa (+1.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China (CIF) - 2023

In June 2023, the average sanitary towel and diaper import price amounted to $9,045 per ton, approximately equating the previous month. Over the period from June 2022 to June 2023, it increased at an average monthly rate of +2.2%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in December 2022 when the average import price increased by 36% month-to-month. The import price peaked at $9,470 per ton in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to June 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was Hungary ($20,948 per ton), while the price for Japan ($6,386 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+1.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Exports of Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China

In 2022, approx. 870K tons of sanitary towels, tampons, napkins and diapers were exported from China; increasing by 12% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.0% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sanitary towel and diaper exports skyrocketed to $3B in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +12.8% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States34237541649112.8%
Philippines19722727030015.0%
Russia89.580.410721133.1%
Vietnam48.811918320661.6%
Australia77.312313115024.7%
South Korea120115126119-0.3%
Malaysia32.934.153.180.134.5%
South Africa55.246.261.565.86.0%
Thailand17.025.244.859.752.0%
Japan54.951.056.357.91.8%
India52.248.348.952.20.0%
Chile48.951.258.348.4-0.3%
Peru18.532.241.546.235.7%
Others9329389231,1096.0%
Total2,0862,2652,5202,99712.8%

Top Export Markets for Sanitary Towel and Diaper from China in 2022:

  1. United States (185.5K tons)
  2. Philippines (98.9K tons)
  3. Russia (64.4K tons)
  4. Vietnam (48.8K tons)
  5. Australia (48.3K tons)
  6. South Korea (36.8K tons)
  7. Japan (20.2K tons)
  8. Peru (17.3K tons)
  9. Malaysia (16.8K tons)
  10. South Africa (15.9K tons)
  11. Chile (13.2K tons)
  12. India (12.5K tons)
  13. Thailand (12.5K tons)

Imports of Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China

In 2022, sanitary towel and diaper imports into China contracted markedly to 63K tons, reducing by -32.7% compared with the year before. In general, imports continue to indicate a dramatic downturn. The smallest decline of -27.8% was in 2021.

In value terms, sanitary towel and diaper imports dropped sharply to $423M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a dramatic slump. The smallest decline of -22.8% was in 2021.

Import of Sanitary Towel and Diaper in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Japan925669491289-32.1%
Hungary43.956.570.387.125.7%
Others89.671.754.047.1-19.3%
Total1,059797615423-26.4%

Top Suppliers of Sanitary Towel and Diaper to China in 2022:

  1. Japan (54.4K tons)
  2. Hungary (4.7K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for sanitary towel and diaper in China. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 13922993 - Sanitary towels, tampons and similar article of textile materials (excluding wadding)
  • Prodcom 13922997 - Napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar article of textile materials (excluding wadding)
  • Prodcom 17221210 - Sanitary towels and tampons, napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar sanitary articles, of wadding
  • Prodcom 17221220 - Sanitary towels, tampons and similar articles of paper pulp, p aper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres
  • Prodcom 17221230 - Napkins and napkin liners for babies and similar sanitary articles of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of excluding toilet paper, sanitary towels, tampons and similar articles

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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From 2013 to 2020, China has doubled exports of sanitary towels, tampons, napkins, and diapers to $2.3B. In physical terms, supplies from China rose from 325K tons to 726K tons during that period. 

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The global feminine hygiene products market reached $101.7B in 2018, rising by 5.4% against the previous year. 

China Has Doubled Exports of Sanitary Towel, Tampon and Diaper to $2.3B
Feb 7, 2022
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From 2013 to 2020, China has doubled exports of sanitary towels, tampons, napkins, and diapers to $2.3B. In physical terms, supplies from China rose from 325K tons to 726K tons during that period. 

Top Import Markets for Sanitary Towel and Diaper
Feb 13, 2024
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Explore the top import markets for sanitary towels and diapers, including key statistics and import values. Discover the opportunities in the global market for personal hygiene products.

The Best Import Markets for Sanitary Towels and Diapers
Feb 8, 2024
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Highlighting the top ten countries dominating the import market for sanitary towels and diapers along with key statistics and import values. Explore the significant demand for these essential hygiene products.

Global Trade of Feminine Hygiene Products Bounced Back to $16.1B
Apr 30, 2020
Eye 569

The global feminine hygiene products market reached $101.7B in 2018, rising by 5.4% against the previous year. 

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