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Saudi Arabia: Perfume Market 2024

Perfume Market Size in Saudi Arabia

After two years of decline, the Saudi perfume market increased by 4.9% to $X in 2022. In general, consumption, however, recorded a mild descent. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Perfume Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

In 2022, exports of perfumes and toilet waters from Saudi Arabia dropped markedly to X tons, waning by -37.9% compared with the year before. In general, exports saw a slight downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 254%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then fell significantly in the following year.

In value terms, perfume exports dropped significantly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 416%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), Oman (X tons) and Kuwait (X tons) were the main destinations of perfume exports from Saudi Arabia, together comprising 49% of total exports. The United States, Yemen, Singapore, Sudan, Jordan, Bahrain, Nigeria, Egypt, Senegal and Morocco lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 43%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Nigeria (with a CAGR of +31.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), the United States ($X) and Singapore ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for perfume exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide, together comprising 63% of total exports. Kuwait, Yemen, Oman, Sudan, Bahrain, Jordan, Egypt, Morocco, Senegal and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

Among the main countries of destination, Yemen, with a CAGR of +31.3%, saw 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

In 2022, the average perfume export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -3.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, enjoyed strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 46%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Singapore ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Nigeria ($X 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 Egypt (+25.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Perfume Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was growth in supplies from abroad of perfumes and toilet waters, when their volume increased by 0.4% to X tons. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 19%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, perfume imports shrank to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 21% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

France (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of perfume imports to Saudi Arabia, together accounting for 74% of total imports. The UK, the United States, China, Spain, Italy and Bahrain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 20%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +1.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, France ($X) constituted the largest supplier of perfumes and toilet waters to Saudi Arabia, comprising 54% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK, with a 6.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from France was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (+0.5% per year) and the UK (-5.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average perfume import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -6.7% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 18%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (+5.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for perfumes and toilet waters in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of perfume consumption, comprising approx. 50% of total volume. Moreover, perfume consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, fourfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.7% share.

What are the largest producers of perfumes and toilet waters in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of perfume production, accounting for 52% of total volume. Moreover, perfume production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 7.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of perfumes and toilet waters to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates, France and Spain were the largest perfume suppliers to Saudi Arabia, together accounting for 83% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of perfumes and toilet waters from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, the United States, Singapore and Kuwait appeared to be the largest markets for perfume exported from Saudi Arabia worldwide, with a combined 55% share of total exports. The United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Egypt, Bahrain, Sudan, the UK, Jordan, Malaysia, Senegal and Morocco lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 39%.

What is the average export price for perfumes and toilet waters in Saudi Arabia?

The average perfume export price stood at $11 per unit in 2021, falling by -22.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for perfumes and toilet waters in Saudi Arabia?

The average perfume import price stood at $14 per unit in 2021, shrinking by -6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the perfume market in Saudi Arabia. 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 20421150 - Perfumes
Prodcom 20421170 - Toilet waters

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 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
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