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China: Safety Razor Blade Market 2025

Safety Razor Blade Market Size in China

The Chinese safety razor blade market dropped to $X in 2021, declining by -7.3% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the market value increased by 8.9% against the previous year. Safety razor blade consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Safety Razor Blade Production in China

In value terms, safety razor blade production shrank to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 11% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2016 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Safety Razor Blade Exports

Exports from China

Safety razor blade exports from China soared to X units in 2021, picking up by 27% compared with 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a mild slump. The exports peaked at X units in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, safety razor blade exports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

India (X units), the United States (X units) and Vietnam (X units) were the main destinations of safety razor blade exports from China, with a combined 42% share of total exports. Indonesia, Iran, Mexico, Mozambique, Nigeria, Japan, Singapore, Turkey, Sweden and Kenya lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 37%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Sweden (with a CAGR of +64.5%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for safety razor blade exported from China were the United States ($X), Japan ($X) and Mexico ($X), together comprising 37% of total exports. Sweden, Vietnam, India, Indonesia, Singapore, Iran, Nigeria, Mozambique, Kenya and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Sweden, with a CAGR of +79.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average safety razor blade export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, growing by 3.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 9.9%. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Mozambique (less than $X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (+9.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Safety Razor Blade Imports

Imports into China

After four years of decline, supplies from abroad of safety razor blades increased by 27% to X units in 2021. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X units in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, safety razor blade imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a mild reduction. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Germany (X units), Vietnam (X units) and the United States (X units) were the main suppliers of safety razor blade imports to China, together comprising 90% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Vietnam (with a CAGR of +41.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), the United States ($X) and Vietnam ($X) appeared to be the largest safety razor blade suppliers to China, together comprising 85% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Vietnam, with a CAGR of +54.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for safety razor blades in the world?

South Africa constituted the country with the largest volume of safety razor blade consumption, comprising approx. 92% of total volume. It was followed by the Czech Republic, with a 2.3% share of total consumption.

What are the largest producers of safety razor blades in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Germany, India and Poland, with a combined 53% share of global production. The Netherlands, China, Vietnam, South Korea, the United States and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of safety razor blades to China?

In value terms, the largest safety razor blade suppliers to China were Germany, the United States and Vietnam, together accounting for 80% of total imports. These countries were followed by Japan, Mexico, South Korea and Pakistan, which together accounted for a further 16%.

What are the leading importers of safety razor blades from China?

In value terms, the United States, the Czech Republic and Japan appeared to be the largest markets for safety razor blade exported from China worldwide, together accounting for 39% of total exports.

What is the average export price for safety razor blades in China?

The average safety razor blade export price stood at $0.1 per unit in 2021, picking up by 10% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for safety razor blades in China?

The average safety razor blade import price stood at $0.3 per unit in 2021, waning by -1.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the safety razor blade 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 25711280 - Safety razor blades (including razor blades blanks in strips)

Country coverage:

China

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

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. 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. 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. 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. 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
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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