Household Products Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis

With more individuals returning to work and spending increased time outside the home post-pandemic, retail volume growth of surface care products in Malaysia slowed slightly compared to 2023. Busy lifestyles have reduced the time available for deep cleaning, contributing to this subdued performance. ...

The high cost of living and persistent inflationary pressures have significantly shaped the surface care market in Australia in 2024, leading to a sharp increase in product prices. For instance, data from Euromonitor’s Price Tracker indicates that the price of Harpic rose by more than 26% between Oc ...

Sales of bleach declined in current value terms in 2024 as prices began to normalise. The high share of private label in the category and limited brand activation negatively affected the growth of the category in value terms. Bleach is classified as a basic category for most Greek households and hen ...

Home care disinfectants witnessed growing volume sales in 2024, reflecting the stronger emphasis on health and hygiene in Egyptian households. At the same time, some consumers switched to more affordable alternatives with some also wishing to boycott Western brands. Dettol holds a strong lead in hom ...

In 2024, the toilet care market in Bulgaria demonstrated positive growth in both volume and current volume terms, assisted by the stabilisation of unit prices. This came in spite of ongoing operational cost pressures for distributors and retailers, driven by rising energy prices and higher wages. Pe ...

While laundry care registered healthy current value growth in Algeria in 2024, volume growth was minimal. Inflation was still an issue, though it has eased, and this continued to dampen volume sales. That being said, laundry care is an essential home care product, being the largest in terms of value ...

In 2024, retail volume sales of polishes in Chile continued to decline, as busy local consumers became less interested in maintaining various chores or using these products. Unlike many other home care categories, polishes is no longer viewed as essential, and the lack of innovation from manufacture ...

Sales of home care saw steady growth in current value terms in 2024 although this was mainly driven by higher unit prices rather than a significant increase in volume terms. Elevated inflation, alongside an overall reduction in the the promotional activity across retailing served to push prices up d ...

Spain’s home care industry maintained steady growth in retail current value terms throughout 2024, despite facing challenges in volume across certain segments. Overall, retail value increased by mid-single digits, supported by price stabilisation aligning with the inflation index. In some cases, agg ...

The demand for home care in New Zealand in 2024 was heavily influenced by the cost-of-living challenges faced by consumers. In 2022-2023, the country experienced high inflation rates as it grappled with supply chain and infrastructure disruptions and the after-effects of cheap access to money, follo ...

In 2024, home care in Argentina experienced a significant retail volume decline, primarily driven by an economic recession, currency depreciation, and persistently high inflation. The new government that took office in December 2023 implemented a drastic devaluation of the Argentine peso, reducing i ...

In 2024, home care has seen modest growth in demand, with urban areas outperforming rural regions. Hygiene and cleanliness practices have increased, driving higher demand across household, corporate, and commercial sectors, including food service. Low-income consumers, served predominantly by inform ...

The economic situation shaped demand trends in polishes in New Zealand in 2024, For the majority of the year, New Zealand was gripped by cost-of-living pressures as the country’s central bank fought high inflation and interest levels. As a consequence, consumers experienced reduced levels of discret ...

Norwegian households are seeking laundry care products with added benefits in terms of product formulations that enhance cleaning efficacy and minimise the time and effort spent doing laundry duties. Manufacturers have focused on meeting these needs with new innovations and product developments in 2 ...

Cost-of-living pressures continue to drive households in Norway towards surface care products that offer an affordable price and that deliver value. Manufacturers have been addressing the need for value by increasing the versatility of their product offerings. The year 2024 witnessed the launch of t ...

The bleach category faces significant challenges in Denmark due to rising health concerns. Higher awareness of the potential health risks associated with bleach, such as respiratory issues and skin irritation, are driving consumers away from the bleach category. Increasingly, bleach is seen as out-d ...

Danish households are seeking more versatile and multi-functional polishes in Denmark. This helps to simplify cleaning routines, offers cost savings, and minimises the use of home storage space. Manufacturers are responding to this requirement. For example, in shoe polish, Silver Universal Waterproo ...

Sales of toilet care declined in current value terms in 2024. The reduced demand for rim blocks and toilet liquids/foam along with a price reduction in in-cistern devices, the largest category, were behind the drop in sales. Products for the specific cleaning and maintenance of toilets are not consi ...

Surface care in Bolivia registered healthy volume growth in 2024, with locally produced brands, including from global players such as Unilever, performing better than imported brands, which saw prices rise significantly. There was a scarcity of US dollars in the formal financial system due to sharp ...

Dishwashing registered healthy volume growth in Bolivia in 2024, in what is an essential in local households. Hand dishwashing continued to dominate and prices remained fairly stable, with consumers opting for economy brands in general. Value sales for automatic dishwashing continued to be low, as p ...

Surface care in South Africa remained resilient in terms of retail current value growth in recent years, and solid growth continued in 2024. The rise in working from home and hybrid working has led to an increase in the demand for surface care products. As people are spending more time at home, they ...

Ongoing elevated inflation continued to influence local consumers' purchasing decisions in 2024, including for air care in the United Arab Emirates. This adjustment was reflected in altered shopping behaviours, with consumers prioritising essential air care products and cost-effective alternatives. ...

Surface care in South Korea experienced another year of retail current value growth in 2024, with one of the main factors driving sales being the continued increased focus on hygiene standards in the post-pandemic period. As both individuals and businesses are placing greater importance on cleanline ...

In 2024, the surface care category in Indonesia posted solid single-digit growth. Surface care products remain essential for households across the country, with the heightened focus on hygiene and cleanliness continuing to influence consumer behaviour. However, the growth rate was moderate due to ma ...

Toilet care in Czech Republic saw demand for in-cistern devices declining in 2024, in a trend that is projected to persist. This is primarily attributed to the growing adoption of modern toilet designs, particularly those with concealed cisterns. Such designs make it difficult to access the water ta ...