In 2023, the European export of soap (excluding conventional shapes and impregnated materials) showed mixed results across countries. Italy led with 241.84 million kilograms, exhibiting a 1.9% growth. The Netherlands and Estonia experienced notable growth at 12.97% and 13.13%, respectively, while Germany and Ireland saw declines of -12.53% and -16.26%. Spain and Greece witnessed dramatic drops, each showing a -100% change. These variations reflect a volatile market with diverse growth and contraction patterns.
Future trends to watch for include innovations in eco-friendly product offerings as sustainability becomes crucial. Monitoring regulatory shifts and economic dynamics within major markets will provide deeper insights into potential growth pockets and unexpected disruptions in European soap exports.
Top countries in Export of Soap in Forms Excluding Bars, Cakes or Moulded Shapes, Paper, Wadding, Felt and Non-Wovens Impregnated or Coated with Soap/detergent, Flakes, Granules or Powders by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 241,840,000 | 2023 | +1.78% | +1.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 95,621,000 | 2023 | -13.04% | -12.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 67,011,000 | 2023 | +4.34% | +8.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 38,992,000 | 2023 | -0.11% | +12.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 21,887,000 | 2023 | +2.46% | -0.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 14,055,000 | 2023 | +7.11% | +9.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 12,581,000 | 2023 | +53.16% | -2.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 9,372,800 | 2023 | +2.29% | -2.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 5,353,600 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2,458,000 | 2023 | +1.54% | +2.21% | View data |
