Soap and skin-washing preparations market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

From 2019 to 2021, the market for soap and skin-washing preparations in Czechia was influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic, which increased demand for hygiene products like soaps and liquid washes. Consumer preferences simultaneously shifted toward eco-friendly and natural options, prompting the development of new organic segments and boosting interest in DIY soap-making kits. Some manufacturers responded by launching new production lines for sustainable products.

The market value surged by 35% to 66.2 million USD in 2022, driven primarily by stricter European Union regulations on labeling and traceability for cosmetic and hygiene items, which required industry-wide adjustments. Global supply chain disruptions for raw materials used in surfactants also elevated costs, contributing to the higher market valuation, while major companies expanded their portfolios with certified ecological offerings.

After the 2022 peak, the market value contracted slightly to 63.3 million USD in 2023 and 61.6 million USD in 2024, reflecting a post-pandemic normalization and stabilization following the earlier regulatory and supply-chain pressures.

Production soap and skin-washing preparations in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In 2021, the output of soap and skin-washing preparations in Czechia was valued at 30 221 thousand US dollars, marking a 6.5% decrease compared to the previous year. Production reached its peak in 2020 at 32 330 thousand US dollars, with the largest annual increase of 3.2% occurring that same year. Over the period from 2019 to 2021, production declined by 3.5%, which translates to an average annualized rate of 1.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2021, Czechia produced 19 689 tonnes of soap and skin-washing preparations, experiencing a significant year-over-year decline of 16.0%. Production peaked in 2020 at 23 448 tonnes, with the largest annual increase of 6.1% recorded that year. From 2019 to 2021, production fell by 10.9%, averaging an annualized rate of 3.8%.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports soap and skin-washing preparations from Czechia

Exports in kind, K t

In 2021, exports of soap and skin-washing preparations from Czechia reached 63.0 thousand tonnes, showing little change compared to the previous year. Exports hit their highest point in 2019 at 140.8 thousand tonnes, with the largest annual increase of 33.7% occurring that year. The most substantial decline was recorded in 2020 at 55.2%. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports decreased by 40.2%, averaging an annualized rate of 15.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, K t

From 2018 to 2021, the main destinations for Czech exports of soap and skin-washing preparations in kind were Hungary, accounting for 25.9% of exports, Slovakia with 16.0%, and Poland at 13.7%. Together, these three countries represented 55.7% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Czechia in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, M $ US

Exports of soap and skin-washing preparations from Czechia increased for the third consecutive year in 2021, reaching 191.0 million US dollars, a 12.8% rise compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 63.8%, averaging an annualized rate of 17.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Czech exports of soap and skin-washing preparations in value terms were distributed across a wide range of markets. Germany accounted for 19.6% of exports, Slovakia for 12.1%, and Switzerland for 11.7%, together making up 43.4% of total exports. The remaining 56.6% was spread among numerous smaller destinations.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021

Imports soap and skin-washing preparations to Czechia

Imports in kind, K t

The market displayed volatility during the observed period. Imports of soap and skin-washing preparations to Czechia reached their lowest point in 2018 and peaked in 2020, with a 2.7-fold difference between these years. In 2021, imports totaled 75.6 thousand tonnes, showing a sharp decrease of 55.0% from the previous year. The maximum value was recorded in 2020 at 168.0 thousand tonnes, with the largest annual increase of 129.5% occurring in 2019.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, K t

Throughout 2018 to 2021, Germany was the dominant source for imports in kind, accounting for 55.7% of the total, followed by Poland at 11.7% and Spain at 7.5%. Together, these three countries formed 74.8% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Czechia in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, M $ US

Imports of soap and skin-washing preparations to Czechia increased for the third consecutive year in 2021, totaling 209.8 million US dollars, a strong 12.3% rise compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 44.4%, averaging an annualized rate of 13.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

From 2018 to 2021, the three principal markets for imports in value terms were Germany, Poland, and France, which together accounted for 56.7% of total imports of soap and skin-washing preparations to Czechia.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021