Tissue and Hygiene in South Korea
Tissue and hygiene navigated a complex landscape in South Korea in 2023, shaped by key macro variables. Inflation, which was a global phenomenon, strongly impacted the industry. Rising raw materials costs squeezed profit margins and forced manufacturers to pass on price increases to consumers. With this being a key issue, even after COVID-19 the demand for some tissue and hygiene products had yet to recover as expected in 2023. Coupled with a declining birth rate, this presented a challenge for...
Euromonitor International's Tissue and Hygiene in South Korea report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data 2019-2023, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market – be they new product developments, distribution or pricing issues. Forecasts to 2028 illustrate how the market is set to change.
Product coverage: Away-from-Home Tissue and Hygiene, Retail Tissue and Hygiene, Rx/Reimbursement adult incontinence, Total Tissue and Hygiene.
Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.
Why buy this report?
Euromonitor International's Tissue and Hygiene in South Korea report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data 2019-2023, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. It identifies the leading companies, the leading brands and offers strategic analysis of key factors influencing the market – be they new product developments, distribution or pricing issues. Forecasts to 2028 illustrate how the market is set to change.
Product coverage: Away-from-Home Tissue and Hygiene, Retail Tissue and Hygiene, Rx/Reimbursement adult incontinence, Total Tissue and Hygiene.
Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.
Why buy this report?
- Get a detailed picture of the Tissue and Hygiene market;
- Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change;
- Understand the competitive environment, the market’s major players and leading brands;
- Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.
Tissue and Hygiene in South Korea
Euromonitor International
March 2024
LIST OF CONTENTS AND TABLES
TISSUE AND HYGIENE IN SOUTH KOREA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Tissue and hygiene in 2023: The big picture
2023 KEY TRENDS
Competitive landscape
Retailing developments
What next for tissue and hygiene?
MARKET INDICATORS
Table 1 Birth Rates 2018-2023
Table 2 Infant Population 2018-2023
Table 3 Female Population by Age 2018-2023
Table 4 Total Population by Age 2018-2023
Table 5 Households 2018-2023
Table 6 Forecast Infant Population 2023-2028
Table 7 Forecast Female Population by Age 2023-2028
Table 8 Forecast Total Population by Age 2023-2028
Table 9 Forecast Households 2023-2028
MARKET DATA
Table 10 Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 11 Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 12 NBO Company Shares of Retail Tissue and Hygiene: % Value 2019-2023
Table 13 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Tissue and Hygiene: % Value 2020-2023
Table 14 Penetration of Private Label in Retail Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value 2018-2023
Table 15 Distribution of Retail Tissue and Hygiene by Format: % Value 2018-2023
Table 16 Distribution of Retail Tissue and Hygiene by Format and Category: % Value 2023
Table 17 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 18 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
Summary 1 Research Sources
MENSTRUAL CARE IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
Innovative alternatives are transforming the landscape of menstrual care
Sustainable packaging and the greening of menstrual care
The rising influence of retail e-commerce in South Korea
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Tech-driven innovations set to reshape the future of menstrual care
Embracing convenience, hygiene, and personalisation
Sustainability and comfort in the modern era
CATEGORY DATA
Table 19 Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 20 Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 21 Retail Sales of Tampons by Application Format: % Value 2018-2023
Table 22 NBO Company Shares of Retail Menstrual Care: % Value 2019-2023
Table 23 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Menstrual Care: % Value 2020-2023
Table 24 Forecast Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 25 Forecast Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
NAPPIES/DIAPERS/PANTS IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
Premiumisation amidst demographic shifts
Revolution in nappies/diapers/pants, with the emergence of smart products
Beyond crisis: Sustaining the subscription trend in a post-pandemic era
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Tech innovations by established giants, and the entrance of SMEs
Navigating demographic challenges: The outlook for nappies/diapers/pants in South Korea
CATEGORY DATA
Table 26 Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 27 Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 28 NBO Company Shares of Retail Nappies/Diapers/Pants: % Value 2019-2023
Table 29 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Nappies/Diapers/Pants: % Value 2020-2023
Table 30 Forecast Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 31 Forecast Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
RETAIL ADULT INCONTINENCE IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
Ageing population drives growth in retail adult incontinence in South Korea
Technological advances are transforming retail adult incontinence
Competition heightens as Geumbi expands in the market
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
The emerging potential of light adult incontinence
The need for conversations around incontinence to minimise the stigma
Product advances may lead to expansion of the consumer base
CATEGORY DATA
Table 32 Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 33 Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 34 NBO Company Shares of Retail Adult Incontinence: % Value 2019-2023
Table 35 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Adult Incontinence: % Value 2020-2023
Table 36 Forecast Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 37 Forecast Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
WIPES IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
Sustainable surge: The rising tide of eco-friendly wipes
Cost-effectiveness still key to success
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunity lies in eco-friendly innovation
Integration of wipes in beauty and personal care routines
CATEGORY DATA
Table 38 Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 39 Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 40 NBO Company Shares of Retail Wipes: % Value 2019-2023
Table 41 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Wipes: % Value 2020-2023
Table 42 Forecast Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 43 Forecast Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
RETAIL TISSUE IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
Growth trajectory for retail tissue in South Korea post-COVID-19
The e-commerce revolution and its impact on consumer behaviour
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
The evolving trend of eco-friendly and customisable tissue products
Resilience amidst inflationary pressure: Increased indoor living
CATEGORY DATA
Table 44 Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 45 Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 46 NBO Company Shares of Retail Tissue: % Value 2019-2023
Table 47 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Tissue: % Value 2020-2023
Table 48 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 49 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
AWAY-FROM-HOME TISSUE AND HYGIENE IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
The impact of inflation and changing consumer habits
Concern about the use of disposable items in AFH outlets limits growth
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Cloud of inflation is likely to remain
Price competitiveness will remain key to success
CATEGORY DATA
Table 50 Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 51 Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 52 Sales of Away-From-Home Paper Towels by Type: % Value 2018-2023
Table 53 Distribution of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Format: % Value 2018-2023
Table 54 Distribution of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Format and Category: % Value 2023
Table 55 Forecast Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 56 Forecast Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
Euromonitor International
March 2024
LIST OF CONTENTS AND TABLES
TISSUE AND HYGIENE IN SOUTH KOREA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Tissue and hygiene in 2023: The big picture
2023 KEY TRENDS
Competitive landscape
Retailing developments
What next for tissue and hygiene?
MARKET INDICATORS
Table 1 Birth Rates 2018-2023
Table 2 Infant Population 2018-2023
Table 3 Female Population by Age 2018-2023
Table 4 Total Population by Age 2018-2023
Table 5 Households 2018-2023
Table 6 Forecast Infant Population 2023-2028
Table 7 Forecast Female Population by Age 2023-2028
Table 8 Forecast Total Population by Age 2023-2028
Table 9 Forecast Households 2023-2028
MARKET DATA
Table 10 Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 11 Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 12 NBO Company Shares of Retail Tissue and Hygiene: % Value 2019-2023
Table 13 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Tissue and Hygiene: % Value 2020-2023
Table 14 Penetration of Private Label in Retail Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value 2018-2023
Table 15 Distribution of Retail Tissue and Hygiene by Format: % Value 2018-2023
Table 16 Distribution of Retail Tissue and Hygiene by Format and Category: % Value 2023
Table 17 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 18 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
DISCLAIMER
SOURCES
Summary 1 Research Sources
MENSTRUAL CARE IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
Innovative alternatives are transforming the landscape of menstrual care
Sustainable packaging and the greening of menstrual care
The rising influence of retail e-commerce in South Korea
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Tech-driven innovations set to reshape the future of menstrual care
Embracing convenience, hygiene, and personalisation
Sustainability and comfort in the modern era
CATEGORY DATA
Table 19 Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 20 Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 21 Retail Sales of Tampons by Application Format: % Value 2018-2023
Table 22 NBO Company Shares of Retail Menstrual Care: % Value 2019-2023
Table 23 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Menstrual Care: % Value 2020-2023
Table 24 Forecast Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 25 Forecast Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
NAPPIES/DIAPERS/PANTS IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
Premiumisation amidst demographic shifts
Revolution in nappies/diapers/pants, with the emergence of smart products
Beyond crisis: Sustaining the subscription trend in a post-pandemic era
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Tech innovations by established giants, and the entrance of SMEs
Navigating demographic challenges: The outlook for nappies/diapers/pants in South Korea
CATEGORY DATA
Table 26 Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 27 Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 28 NBO Company Shares of Retail Nappies/Diapers/Pants: % Value 2019-2023
Table 29 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Nappies/Diapers/Pants: % Value 2020-2023
Table 30 Forecast Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 31 Forecast Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
RETAIL ADULT INCONTINENCE IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
Ageing population drives growth in retail adult incontinence in South Korea
Technological advances are transforming retail adult incontinence
Competition heightens as Geumbi expands in the market
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
The emerging potential of light adult incontinence
The need for conversations around incontinence to minimise the stigma
Product advances may lead to expansion of the consumer base
CATEGORY DATA
Table 32 Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 33 Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 34 NBO Company Shares of Retail Adult Incontinence: % Value 2019-2023
Table 35 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Adult Incontinence: % Value 2020-2023
Table 36 Forecast Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 37 Forecast Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
WIPES IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
Sustainable surge: The rising tide of eco-friendly wipes
Cost-effectiveness still key to success
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Opportunity lies in eco-friendly innovation
Integration of wipes in beauty and personal care routines
CATEGORY DATA
Table 38 Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 39 Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 40 NBO Company Shares of Retail Wipes: % Value 2019-2023
Table 41 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Wipes: % Value 2020-2023
Table 42 Forecast Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 43 Forecast Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
RETAIL TISSUE IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
Growth trajectory for retail tissue in South Korea post-COVID-19
The e-commerce revolution and its impact on consumer behaviour
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
The evolving trend of eco-friendly and customisable tissue products
Resilience amidst inflationary pressure: Increased indoor living
CATEGORY DATA
Table 44 Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 45 Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 46 NBO Company Shares of Retail Tissue: % Value 2019-2023
Table 47 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Tissue: % Value 2020-2023
Table 48 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 49 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
AWAY-FROM-HOME TISSUE AND HYGIENE IN SOUTH KOREA
KEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
The impact of inflation and changing consumer habits
Concern about the use of disposable items in AFH outlets limits growth
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Cloud of inflation is likely to remain
Price competitiveness will remain key to success
CATEGORY DATA
Table 50 Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2018-2023
Table 51 Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
Table 52 Sales of Away-From-Home Paper Towels by Type: % Value 2018-2023
Table 53 Distribution of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Format: % Value 2018-2023
Table 54 Distribution of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Format and Category: % Value 2023
Table 55 Forecast Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2023-2028
Table 56 Forecast Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
