In 2023, Spain led European soap production in bars for toilet use at 195.11 million kilograms with a 2.36% annual growth. Germany followed at 164.65 million kilograms, but faced a 3.31% decline. The UK, Italy, and France produced 87.627, 82.028, and 79.452 million kilograms, respectively, with Italy showing the highest growth at 10.85%. Notably, Estonia experienced a remarkable surge, increasing production by 242.9%. Portugal and Romania saw declines of 9.33% and 5.8%, respectively. The sector has been marked by fluctuating growth rates over the previous five years.
Future trends to watch include Spain's expansion, potential stabilization in Estonia, and continuous growth in Greece and Italy, possibly indicating a shift in regional production dynamics. Monitoring these trends will provide a clearer picture of emerging opportunities and competitive shifts within Europe's soap manufacturing industry.
Top countries in Sold Production of Soap and Organic Surface-Active Products in Bars for Toilet Use by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 195,110,000 | 2023 | +2.47% | +2.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 164,650,000 | 2023 | -2.82% | -3.31% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 87,627,000 | 2023 | -1.87% | +1.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 82,028,000 | 2023 | +1.89% | +10.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 79,452,000 | 2023 | -0.68% | +2.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 37,364,000 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 18,417,000 | 2023 | +19.13% | +28.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 8,490,400 | 2023 | +2.92% | +2.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Serbia | 4,288,800 | 2023 | +5.08% | +6.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 3,715,700 | 2023 | -10.62% | -9.33% | View data |
