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Soap Price in France - 2023

Soap Price in France (FOB) - 2023

The average soap export price stood at $4,908 per ton in June 2023, with a decrease of -17.7% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a mild expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in September 2022 when the average export price increased by 28% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $6,212 per ton in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to June 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was China ($14,430 per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($1,006 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 Czech Republic (+7.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Soap Price in France (CIF) - 2023

The average soap import price stood at $2,622 per ton in June 2023, rising by 4.6% against the previous month. Over the last twelve-month period, it increased at an average monthly rate of +3.9%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in July 2022 an increase of 25% against the previous month. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in June 2023.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($3,090 per ton), while the price for the UK ($1,656 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 Germany (+11.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Soap Exports in France

Soap exports from France reached 163K tons in 2022, increasing by 10% compared with 2021 figures. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.3% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, soap exports skyrocketed to $744M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated a resilient expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +14.6% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +50.5% against 2019 indices. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Soap in France (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	30.7	36.7	63.5	80.7	38.0%
Germany	44.3	47.2	50.5	58.1	9.5%
United Kingdom	52.7	74.0	53.3	57.1	2.7%
Italy	40.1	38.0	46.5	53.1	9.8%
Belgium	39.4	40.7	44.4	45.7	5.1%
United States	14.3	23.4	28.5	42.2	43.4%
Spain	24.5	28.5	30.4	37.8	15.6%
Netherlands	17.1	25.0	23.8	37.4	29.8%
Poland	18.8	21.4	24.9	25.1	10.1%
Czech Republic	7.4	10.1	14.3	18.0	34.5%
Romania	9.0	10.1	12.4	15.7	20.4%
Russia	7.2	8.0	13.2	15.1	28.0%
Denmark	8.5	11.9	10.7	10.4	7.0%
Others	181	182	217	248	11.1%
Total	495	557	633	744	14.5%

Top Export Markets for Soap from France in 2022:

Italy (15.6K tons)
Belgium (15.1K tons)
Germany (13.0K tons)
Netherlands (12.8K tons)
United Kingdom (12.8K tons)
China (8.9K tons)
Poland (8.2K tons)
Czech Republic (7.8K tons)
Spain (7.5K tons)
United States (6.4K tons)
Denmark (5.8K tons)
Romania (4.2K tons)
Russia (3.8K tons)

Soap Imports in France

Soap imports into France totaled 280K tons in 2022, growing by 6.2% compared with 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.3% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, soap imports stood at $587M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +6.8% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 22%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $587M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Import of Soap in France (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Italy	114	131	117	124	2.8%
Germany	115	120	119	110	-1.5%
Netherlands	41.5	55.0	62.6	71.2	19.7%
Poland	54.6	72.4	66.5	69.2	8.2%
Spain	24.3	42.5	42.2	40.9	19.0%
Belgium	21.5	43.3	39.1	34.0	16.5%
United Kingdom	29.7	31.6	39.3	33.0	3.6%
Malaysia	10.7	11.2	13.9	22.0	27.2%
Others	71.1	80.4	75.9	82.5	5.1%
Total	482	587	576	587	6.8%

Top Suppliers of Soap to France in 2022:

Italy (58.2K tons)
Germany (56.7K tons)
Poland (46.0K tons)
Netherlands (24.3K tons)
United Kingdom (19.7K tons)
Spain (19.2K tons)
Belgium (18.1K tons)
Malaysia (13.3K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the soap market in France. 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.

Country coverage:

France

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Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in France
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
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2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
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6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
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15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
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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