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Western Africa: Powder-Puffs And Pads Market 2025

Powder-Puffs And Pads Market Size in Western Africa

In 2021, the West African powder-puffs and pads market increased by 19% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after six years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a abrupt contraction. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Powder-Puffs And Pads Production in Western Africa

In value terms, powder-puffs and pads production declined to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total production indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.4% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +74.6% against 2012 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by 31%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X, and then declined in the following year.

Powder-Puffs And Pads Exports

Exports in Western Africa

Powder-puffs and pads exports surged to X tons in 2021, increasing by 99% compared with the previous year. In general, exports enjoyed significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, powder-puffs and pads exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 160%. The level of export peaked in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Niger represented the major exporter of powder-puffs and pads for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations in Western Africa, with the volume of exports recording X tons, which was near 56% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Cote d'Ivoire (X kg) and Ghana (X kg), together mixing up a 34% share of total exports. The following exporters - Mali (X kg) and Nigeria (X kg) - each accounted for an 8.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Mali (with a CAGR of +52.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Niger ($X) emerged as the largest powder-puffs and pads supplier in Western Africa, comprising 61% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Cote d'Ivoire ($X), with a 27% share of total exports. It was followed by Ghana, with a 5.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Niger was relatively modest. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Cote d'Ivoire (+31.7% per year) and Ghana (+21.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 20% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 66% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Niger ($X per ton), while Mali ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cote d'Ivoire (+9.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Powder-Puffs And Pads Imports

Imports in Western Africa

In 2021, the amount of powder-puffs and pads for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations imported in Western Africa skyrocketed to X tons, picking up by 29% compared with the year before. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 143% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, powder-puffs and pads imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 54%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Nigeria (X tons) was the major importer of powder-puffs and pads for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations, constituting 52% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Ghana (X tons) and Cote d'Ivoire (X tons), together creating a 36% share of total imports. Guinea (X tons) and Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha (X tons) took a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Nigeria (with a CAGR of +32.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Ghana ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported powder-puffs and pads for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations in Western Africa, comprising 42% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Nigeria ($X), with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 9.7% share.

In Ghana, powder-puffs and pads imports increased at an average annual rate of +23.9% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Nigeria (+29.6% per year) and Cote d'Ivoire (-6.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -8.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a mild downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the import price increased by 52%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha ($X per ton), while Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha (+13.7%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Burkina Faso remains the largest powder-puffs and pads consuming country in Western Africa, accounting for 44% of total volume. Moreover, powder-puffs and pads consumption in Burkina Faso exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Togo, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 10% share.
Cote d'Ivoire constituted the country with the largest volume of powder-puffs and pads production, comprising approx. 100% of total volume.
In value terms, Cote d'Ivoire remains the largest powder-puffs and pads supplier in Western Africa, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ghana, with a 25% share of total exports.
In value terms, the largest powder-puffs and pads importing markets in Western Africa were Togo, Nigeria and Cote d'Ivoire, with a combined 56% share of total imports.
In 2020, the powder-puffs and pads export price in Western Africa amounted to $5,196 per ton, waning by -34% against the previous year.
The powder-puffs and pads import price in Western Africa stood at $8,243 per ton in 2020, waning by -1.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the powder-puffs and pads market in Western Africa. 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 13991900 - Powder-puffs and pads for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations

Country coverage:

  • Benin
  • Burkina Faso
  • Cabo Verde
  • Gambia
  • Ghana
  • Guinea
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Liberia
  • Mali
  • Mauritania
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
  • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Senegal
  • Sierra Leone
  • Togo
  • Cote d'Ivoire

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

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

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    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. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Benin
    • Burkina Faso
    • Cabo Verde
    • Gambia
    • Ghana
    • Guinea
    • Guinea-Bissau
    • Liberia
    • Mali
    • Mauritania
    • Niger
    • Nigeria
    • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
    • Senegal
    • Sierra Leone
    • Togo
    • Cote d'Ivoire
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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