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Contents:
- Soap and Detergent Price in China (CIF) - 2022
- Soap and Detergent Price in China (FOB) - 2022
- Soap and Detergent Imports in China
- Soap and Detergent Exports in China
Soap and Detergent Price in China (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average soap and detergent import price amounted to $2,380 per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, soap and detergent import price increased by +65.7% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 38% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($8,963 per ton), while the price for Brazil ($799 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (+11.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Soap and Detergent Price in China (FOB) - 2022
In 2022, the average soap and detergent export price amounted to $1,730 per ton, increasing by 13% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.8%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 18%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($2,622 per ton), while the average price for exports to Ghana ($637 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea (+8.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Soap and Detergent Imports in China
Soap and detergent imports into China shrank to 2M tons in 2022, waning by -13.4% on the year before. Over the period under review, imports saw a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 17%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 2.3M tons, and then fell in the following year.
In value terms, soap and detergent imports reduced to $4.7B in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +15.8% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +55.3% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 62%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $5.3B, and then contracted in the following year.
| Import of Soap and Detergent in China (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Japan | 670 | 820 | 1,384 | 1,056 | 16.4% |
| Indonesia | 192 | 180 | 421 | 569 | 43.6% |
| South Korea | 243 | 306 | 590 | 448 | 22.6% |
| United States | 432 | 402 | 581 | 447 | 1.1% |
| France | 89.2 | 144 | 359 | 363 | 59.7% |
| Germany | 333 | 341 | 344 | 250 | -9.1% |
| Brazil | 65.8 | 67.4 | 125 | 244 | 54.8% |
| Italy | 92.1 | 129 | 182 | 167 | 21.9% |
| Malaysia | 128 | 132 | 170 | 160 | 7.7% |
| Singapore | 122 | 131 | 161 | 130 | 2.1% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 111 | 139 | 170 | 107 | -1.2% |
| Thailand | 90.5 | 78.6 | 109 | 84.6 | -2.2% |
| Spain | 39.1 | 35.1 | 54.1 | 68.3 | 20.4% |
| Others | 398 | 401 | 694 | 574 | 13.0% |
| Total | 3,005 | 3,307 | 5,345 | 4,668 | 15.8% |
Top Suppliers of Soap and Detergent to China in 2022:
- Indonesia (673.8K tons)
- Brazil (305.7K tons)
- Malaysia (141.3K tons)
- Japan (117.8K tons)
- South Korea (94.4K tons)
- Spain (74.0K tons)
- Italy (68.5K tons)
- United States (65.2K tons)
- Germany (59.0K tons)
- France (53.7K tons)
- Singapore (48.8K tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (48.6K tons)
- Thailand (35.7K tons)
Soap and Detergent Exports in China
In 2022, overseas shipments of soap and detergents decreased by -16.5% to 2.8M tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports showed a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 18%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 4.1M tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, soap and detergent exports dropped to $4.8B in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.5% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 25%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $5.3B. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
| Export of Soap and Detergent in China (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| United States | 319 | 785 | 429 | 355 | 3.6% |
| Japan | 339 | 373 | 347 | 322 | -1.7% |
| Russia | 108 | 138 | 133 | 238 | 30.1% |
| Hong Kong SAR | 231 | 250 | 300 | 210 | -3.1% |
| Australia | 143 | 225 | 192 | 205 | 12.8% |
| Vietnam | 176 | 202 | 249 | 202 | 4.7% |
| Philippines | 162 | 186 | 164 | 180 | 3.6% |
| Thailand | 112 | 139 | 203 | 169 | 14.7% |
| Malaysia | 174 | 174 | 245 | 164 | -2.0% |
| South Korea | 126 | 140 | 179 | 164 | 9.2% |
| Chile | 90.1 | 118 | 115 | 95.4 | 1.9% |
| Venezuela | 84.4 | 102 | 67.9 | 64.9 | -8.4% |
| Ghana | 59.8 | 77.8 | 76.3 | 50.6 | -5.4% |
| Others | 2,128 | 2,420 | 2,464 | 2,431 | 4.5% |
| Total | 4,252 | 5,330 | 5,163 | 4,850 | 4.5% |
Top Export Markets for Soap and Detergent from China in 2022:
- United States (162.8K tons)
- Japan (160.5K tons)
- Russia (136.0K tons)
- Hong Kong SAR (110.1K tons)
- Australia (106.7K tons)
- Philippines (102.9K tons)
- Chile (94.0K tons)
- Vietnam (88.0K tons)
- Ghana (79.4K tons)
- Venezuela (78.1K tons)
- Malaysia (71.6K tons)
- South Korea (70.6K tons)
- Thailand (64.6K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the soap and detergent market 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 20413120 - Soap and organic surface-active products in bars, etc., n.e.c.
- 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
- Prodcom 20421915 - Soap and organic surface-active products in bars, etc., for toilet use
- Prodcom 20421930 - Organic surface-active products and preparations for washing the skin, whether or not containing soap, p.r.s.
- Prodcom 20413240 - Surface-active preparations, whether or not containing soap, p .r.s. (excluding those for use as soap)
- Prodcom 20413250 - Washing preparations and cleaning preparations, with or without soap, p.r.s. including auxiliary washing preparations excluding those for use as soap, surface-active preparations
- Prodcom 20413260 - Surface-active preparations, whether or not containing soap, n .p.r.s. (excluding those for use as soap)
- Prodcom 20413270 - Washing preparations and cleaning preparations, with or without soap, n.p.r.s. including auxiliary washing preparations excluding those for use as soap, surface-active preparations
- Prodcom 20421850 - Dentifrices (including toothpaste, denture cleaners)
- Prodcom 20411000 - Glycerol (glycerine), crude, glycerol waters and glycerol lyes
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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. INTRODUCTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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