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Dominican Republic: Safety Razor Blade Market 2025

Safety Razor Blade Market Size in the Dominican Republic

The Dominican safety razor blade market surged to $X in 2021, jumping by 40% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption showed prominent growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Safety Razor Blade Exports

Exports from the Dominican Republic

In 2021, overseas shipments of safety razor blades increased by 53% to X units, rising for the third consecutive year after three years of decline. In general, exports, however, recorded a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 957%. The exports peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, safety razor blade exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a pronounced contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 7,694% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X units) was the main destination for safety razor blade exports from the Dominican Republic, with a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by Panama (X units), with a 0.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States totaled -12.9%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for safety razor blades exports from the Dominican Republic, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Panama ($X), with a 0.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average safety razor blade export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, which is down by -45.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 637% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per unit in 2020, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Panama ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to the United States amounted to $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Panama (+26.0%).

Safety Razor Blade Imports

Imports by Country

Greece (X units), Mexico (X units) and the United States (X units) were the main suppliers of safety razor blade imports to the Dominican Republic, together comprising 92% of total imports. Germany and India lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 6.8%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +43.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Greece ($X) constituted the largest supplier of safety razor blades to the Dominican Republic, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mexico ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 6.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Greece totaled +30.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Mexico (+6.7% per year) and Germany (+18.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average safety razor blade import price amounted to $X per unit, with an increase of 58% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a noticeable setback. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per unit), while the price for India ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Greece (+0.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

South Africa remains the largest safety razor blade consuming country worldwide, accounting for 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, together comprising 53% of global production. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, China, Vietnam, South Korea, the United States and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of safety razor blades to the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, Greece constituted the largest supplier of safety razor blade to the Dominican Republic, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 13% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with an 8.9% share.

What are the leading importers of safety razor blades from the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for safety razor blade exports from the Dominican Republic, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Curacao $806), with a 0.3% share of total exports.

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

In 2021, the average safety razor blade export price amounted to $0.1 per unit, stabilizing at the previous year.

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

The average safety razor blade import price stood at $0.3 per unit in 2021, rising by 55% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the safety razor blade market in the Dominican Republic. 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:

Dominican Republic

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Dominican Republic
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
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. 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