China - Soap And Organic Surface-Active Products In Bars - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Soap In Bars Prices in China

China Soap In Bars Export Price in September 2022

In September 2022, the soap in bars price stood at $1,882 per ton (FOB, China), falling by -11.7% against the previous month. In general, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 an increase of 10% m-o-m. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $2,131 per ton in August 2022, and then dropped in the following month.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($3,512 per ton), while the average price for exports to Chile ($915 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Singapore (+7.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

China Soap In Bars Export Prices by Type

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major types of exported product. In September 2022, the product with the highest price was soap and organic surface-active products in bars for toilet use ($2,979 per ton), while the average price for exports of soap and organic surface-active products in bars other than for toilet use totaled $1,819 per ton.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for the following types: soap in bars other than for toilet use (+0.1%).

China Soap In Bars Exports

In September 2022, the amount of soap and organic surface-active products in bars exported from China dropped to 32K tons, waning by -3.8% against August 2022 figures. In general, exports saw a noticeable shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in March 2022 when exports increased by 43% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at 39K tons in May 2022; however, from June 2022 to September 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, soap in bars exports shrank markedly to $60M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a perceptible contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 when exports increased by 58% m-o-m. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at 81K tons in May 2022; however, from June 2022 to September 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

China Soap In Bars Exports by Type

Soap and organic surface-active products in bars other than for toilet use (30K tons) was the largest type of soap in bars exported from China, with a 95% share of total exports. Moreover, soap and organic surface-active products in bars other than for toilet use exceeded the volume of the second product type, soap and organic surface-active products in bars for toilet use (1.7K tons), more than tenfold.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the volume of export of soap and organic surface-active products in bars other than for toilet use amounted to -2.2%.

In value terms, soap and organic surface-active products in bars other than for toilet use ($54M) remains the largest type of soap in bars exported from China, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by soap and organic surface-active products in bars for toilet use ($5.1M), with an 8.6% share of total exports.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the export volume of soap and organic surface-active products in bars other than for toilet use stood at -2.1%.

China Soap In Bars Exports by Country

The United States (7.3K tons), Australia (3.9K tons) and Japan (2.5K tons) were the main destinations of soap in bars exports from China, with a combined 43% share of total exports. These countries were followed by the Philippines, Peru, Chile, Canada, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, South Africa, the UK and Taiwan (Chinese), which together accounted for a further 31%.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by South Africa (with a CAGR of +20.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($12M) remains the key foreign market for soap in bars exports from China, comprising 21% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Australia ($6.1M), with a 10% share of total exports. It was followed by Japan, with a 7% share.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly growth rate of value to the United States amounted to -2.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: Australia (+2.7% per month) and Japan (-2.8% per month).

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the soap in bars 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 20421915 - Soap and organic surface-active products in bars, etc., for toilet use
  • Prodcom 20413120 - Soap and organic surface-active products in bars, etc., n.e.c.

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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. 1. INTRODUCTION

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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
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    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 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    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 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    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, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
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