United Kingdom - Soap And Detergent - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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United Kingdom - Soap And Detergent - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Soap and Detergent Price in the UK - 2023

Contents:

  1. Soap and Detergent Price in the UK (CIF) - 2022
  2. Soap and Detergent Price in the UK (FOB) - 2022
  3. Soap and Detergent Imports in the UK
  4. Soap and Detergent Exports in the UK

Soap and Detergent Price in the UK (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average soap and detergent import price amounted to $2,134 per ton, waning by -1.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average import price increased by 11% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $2,170 per ton in 2021, and then declined modestly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($2,513 per ton), while the price for Spain ($1,446 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+1.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Soap and Detergent Price in the UK (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average soap and detergent export price amounted to $2,038 per ton, with an increase of 2.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 12% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $2,163 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($3,676 per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($1,167 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 the Netherlands (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Soap and Detergent Imports in the UK

Soap and detergent imports into the UK rose notably to 1.7M tons in 2022, with an increase of 8.8% on 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 15%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 1.8M tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, soap and detergent imports rose remarkably to $3.7B in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +7.5% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 21%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Soap and Detergent in the UK (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
France6996987287703.3%
Germany555524406496-3.7%
Poland29241150749519.2%
Belgium3433474474025.4%
Spain11219627330038.9%
Italy21528421129010.5%
Netherlands197243199184-2.2%
Others54485965773610.6%
Total2,9563,5633,4313,6727.5%

Top Suppliers of Soap and Detergent to the UK in 2022:

  1. France (333.3K tons)
  2. Poland (255.8K tons)
  3. Spain (207.8K tons)
  4. Germany (200.0K tons)
  5. Italy (182.9K tons)
  6. Belgium (159.9K tons)
  7. Netherlands (106.2K tons)

Soap and Detergent Exports in the UK

In 2022, overseas shipments of soap and detergents decreased by -1.9% to 1.3M tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a noticeable decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 7.1% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 1.5M tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, soap and detergent exports amounted to $2.7B in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.6% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 7%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Export of Soap and Detergent in the UK (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
France27929840841514.2%
Ireland410446347347-5.4%
Germany1842022252206.1%
Belgium1891902052042.6%
Netherlands98.711312414012.4%
Spain130159138129-0.3%
United States84.495.413311611.2%
Czech Republic47.453.451.474.516.3%
Sweden81.674.659.766.3-6.7%
Saudi Arabia54.661.348.161.94.3%
Turkey36.143.536.846.79.0%
Greece38.737.938.238.6-0.1%
Portugal35.445.431.637.82.2%
Others816838814784-1.3%
Total2,4832,6572,6602,6812.6%

Top Export Markets for Soap and Detergent from the UK in 2022:

  1. France (227.1K tons)
  2. Ireland (171.9K tons)
  3. Belgium (130.8K tons)
  4. Spain (110.4K tons)
  5. Germany (93.8K tons)
  6. Netherlands (73.8K tons)
  7. Sweden (46.9K tons)
  8. Czech Republic (40.0K tons)
  9. United States (31.6K tons)
  10. Portugal (26.0K tons)
  11. Saudi Arabia (25.6K tons)
  12. Turkey (25.2K tons)
  13. Greece (22.6K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the soap and detergent market in the UK. 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

Country coverage:

  • United Kingdom

Data coverage:

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

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    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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