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Belgium - Soap In Different Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Price for Soap in Different Forms in Belgium - 2023

Price for Soap in Different Forms in Belgium (FOB) - 2023

In June 2023, the average soap in different forms export price amounted to $1,796 per ton, picking up by 15% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $1,932 per ton in August 2022; however, from September 2022 to June 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Italy ($2,930 per ton), while the average price for exports to Hungary ($485 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 the UK (+3.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Soap in Different Forms in Belgium (CIF) - 2023

The average soap in different forms import price stood at $1,104 per ton in June 2023, growing by 5.5% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in December 2022 when the average import price increased by 43% month-to-month. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $1,201 per ton in January 2023; however, from February 2023 to June 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($3,890 per ton), while the price for France ($153 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 Italy (+6.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports of Soap in Different Forms in Belgium

In 2022, shipments abroad of soap in different forms decreased by -48.1% to 14K tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports showed a noticeable downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 83%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 29K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, soap in different forms exports dropped significantly to $22M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a temperate expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 84% against the previous year.

Export of Soap in Different Forms in Belgium (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Netherlands	2.9	8.7	11.7	7.3	36.0%
France	10.6	16.3	14.3	6.3	-15.9%
Germany	1.0	3.1	3.5	2.1	28.1%
United Kingdom	0.2	3.4	0.4	1.1	76.5%
Austria	0.2	0.5	1.2	0.7	51.8%
Czech Republic	0.4	0.5	1.0	0.5	7.7%
Poland	0.8	0.6	0.8	0.5	-14.5%
Hungary	0.3	0.1	0.1	0.5	18.6%
Others	3.5	3.4	4.6	3.3	-1.9%
Total	19.9	36.6	37.6	22.3	3.9%

Top Export Markets for Soap in Different Forms from Belgium in 2022:

France (5.6K tons)
Netherlands (4.0K tons)
Germany (1.2K tons)
United Kingdom (0.9K tons)
Czech Republic (0.4K tons)
Austria (0.3K tons)
Hungary (0.3K tons)
Poland (0.2K tons)

Imports of Soap in Different Forms in Belgium

In 2022, purchases abroad of soap in different forms decreased by -28.4% to 7.9K tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, imports saw a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 46%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 13K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, soap in different forms imports dropped markedly to $18M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +10.7% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports decreased by -30.4% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 95%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $27M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Import of Soap in Different Forms in Belgium (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Netherlands	4.4	10.0	8.8	7.7	20.5%
France	1.8	3.5	3.9	2.9	17.2%
Germany	2.3	2.5	2.9	2.0	-4.6%
Sweden	1.7	4.5	3.1	1.9	3.8%
Indonesia	0.2	0.3	0.3	0.5	35.7%
United Kingdom	1.4	2.6	0.8	0.5	-29.1%
Malaysia	0.1	N/A	0.4	0.5	71.0%
Spain	N/A	0.1	0.5	0.5	123.6%
Italy	0.7	1.0	1.2	0.4	-17.0%
Turkey	0.1	0.2	0.1	0.2	26.0%
Others	0.9	1.7	1.4	1.5	18.6%
Total	13.6	26.5	23.2	18.4	10.6%

Top Suppliers of Soap in Different Forms to Belgium in 2022:

Netherlands (2836.3 tons)
Germany (904.9 tons)
Sweden (864.4 tons)
France (850.4 tons)
Malaysia (517.2 tons)
Italy (397.4 tons)
Spain (311.1 tons)
Turkey (272.3 tons)
Indonesia (267.5 tons)
United Kingdom (221.0 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for soap in different forms in Belgium. 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 20413150 - Soap in the form of flakes, wafers, granules or powders
Prodcom 20413180 - Soap in forms excluding bars, cakes or moulded shapes, p aper, wadding, felt and non-wovens impregnated or coated with soap/detergent, flakes, granules or powders

Country coverage:

Belgium

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

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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
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12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
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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