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Consumer Health in Denmark

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  • 101 Pages
  • September 2023
  • Region: Denmark
  • Euromonitor International
  • ID: 2555672
Consumer health in Denmark is registering solid current value growth in 2023, albeit at a slightly slower rate than seen in the latter half of the review period; however, this growth is partly driven by strong inflation, which has resulted in price increases. Although inflation is not as high as in 2022, it was especially noticeable in the first half of 2023 and impacted manufacturing and distribution costs.

The analyst's Consumer Health in Denmark report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the market at a national level. It provides the latest retail sales data 2018-2022, allowing you to identify the sectors driving growth. Forecasts to 2027 illustrate how the market is set to change.

Product coverage:
Allergy Care, Herbal/Traditional Products, OTC, Paediatric Consumer Health, Sports Nutrition, Vitamins and Dietary Supplements, Weight Management and Wellbeing.

Data coverage:
Market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

Why buy this report?

  • Get a detailed picture of the Consumer Health 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.

Table of Contents

CONSUMER HEALTH IN DENMARK
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
  • Consumer health in 2023: The big picture
  • 2023 key trends
  • Competitive landscape
  • Retailing developments
  • What next for consumer health?
MARKET INDICATORS
  • Table 1 Consumer Expenditure on Health Goods and Medical Services: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 2 Life Expectancy at Birth 2018-2023
MARKET DATA
  • Table 3 Sales of Consumer Health by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 4 Sales of Consumer Health by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 5 NBO Company Shares of Consumer Health: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 6 LBN Brand Shares of Consumer Health: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 7 Penetration of Private Label in Consumer Health by Category: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 8 Distribution of Consumer Health by Format: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 9 Distribution of Consumer Health by Format and Category: % Value 2023
  • Table 10 Forecast Sales of Consumer Health by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 11 Forecast Sales of Consumer Health by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
APPENDIX
  • Over the counter registration and classification
  • Vitamins and dietary supplements registration and classification
  • Self-medication/self-care and preventive medicine
  • Switches
DISCLAIMERDEFINITIONS
SOURCES
  • Summary 1 Research Sources
ANALGESICS IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Moderate current value sales growth in 2023, partly driven by inflation
  • The analgesics landscape is highly consolidated as GlaxoSmithKline retains its lead
  • CBD continues to grow in popularity as an alternative pain reliever
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Moderate current value growth is expected over the forecast period
  • Topical analgesics is set to perform well thanks to a post-pandemic surge in sporting activity
  • Analgesics will continue to use suffer from lack of innovation and stagnation
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 12 Sales of Analgesics by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 13 Sales of Analgesics by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 14 NBO Company Shares of Analgesics: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 15 LBN Brand Shares of Analgesics: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 16 Forecast Sales of Analgesics by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 17 Forecast Sales of Analgesics by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
COUGH, COLD AND ALLERGY (HAY FEVER) REMEDIES IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Growth in current value sales in 2023 partly reflects inflationary pressures on average unit prices.
  • GSK Consumer Healthcare maintains its leading position, but generics continue to gain ground
  • CBD continues to grow in popularity as a natural alternative remedy
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Muted current value growth over the forecast period will reflect inflationary pressures and changes in consumer behaviour
  • Vaccines could dampen current value growth of allergy remedies over the long term
  • Climate change is set to increase the prevalence of allergies such as hay fever
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 18 Sales of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 19 Sales of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 20 NBO Company Shares of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 21 LBN Brand Shares of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 22 Forecast Sales of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 23 Forecast Sales of Cough, Cold and Allergy (Hay Fever) Remedies by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
DIGESTIVE REMEDIES IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Current value sales growth driven by inflation and a return to international travel in 2023
  • Strong presence of key brands makes it difficult for smaller players to break through
  • No significant innovation in a mature category
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Hectic pace of life may boost sales of digestive remedies in the coming years
  • Ageing population will help drive category growth
  • Pharmacies will hold onto value share but slowly lose ground to e-commerce
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 24 Sales of Digestive Remedies by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 25 Sales of Digestive Remedies by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 26 NBO Company Shares of Digestive Remedies: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 27 LBN Brand Shares of Digestive Remedies: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 28 Forecast Sales of Digestive Remedies by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 29 Forecast Sales of Digestive Remedies by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
DERMATOLOGICALS IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Current value sales growth for dermatologicals in 2023
  • Omega ACO retains its lead in 2023 ahead of GSK consumer health and McNeil Denmark.
  • Non-grocery retailers continues to dominate, but e-commerce is gradually gaining ground
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Moderate growth expected for dermatologicals over the forecast period
  • An ageing population and climate change will support growth in the years ahead
  • Social stigma of certain products will continue to benefit online sales
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 30 Sales of Dermatologicals by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 31 Sales of Dermatologicals by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 32 NBO Company Shares of Dermatologicals: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 33 LBN Brand Shares of Dermatologicals: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 34 LBN Brand Shares of Hair Loss Treatments: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 35 Forecast Sales of Dermatologicals by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 36 Forecast Sales of Dermatologicals by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
NRT SMOKING CESSATION AIDS IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Volume and current value growth in 2023 for NRT smoking cessation aids
  • Competitive landscape remains stable, dominated by Nicorette and Nicotinell
  • E-commerce is now a significant channel, challenging pharmacies
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Potential consumer base continues to contract, dampening opportunities for growth
  • Negative reputation of vaping products will continue to benefit NRT smoking cessation aids
  • Little innovation expected in the coming years as the key players maintain their duopoly
  • CATEGORY INDICATORS
  • Table 37 Number of Smokers by Gender 2018-2023
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 38 Sales of NRT Smoking Cessation Aids by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 39 Sales of NRT Smoking Cessation Aids by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 40 NBO Company Shares of NRT Smoking Cessation Aids: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 41 LBN Brand Shares of NRT Smoking Cessation Aids: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 42 Forecast Sales of NRT Smoking Cessation Aids by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 43 Forecast Sales of NRT Smoking Cessation Aids by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
SLEEP AIDS IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Current value growth reflects inflationary pressures in 2023
  • Orkla Care continues to lead sleep aids in 2023, ahead of Natupharma
  • Quality sleep is seen as an essential part of health and wellness
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Moderate current value growth is expected over the forecast period
  • Players will continue to innovate in order to stand out from the crowd
  • Other relaxation methods could dampen demand for sleep aids in the years ahead
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 44 Sales of Sleep Aids: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 45 Sales of Sleep Aids: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 46 NBO Company Shares of Sleep Aids: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 47 LBN Brand Shares of Sleep Aids: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 48 Forecast Sales of Sleep Aids: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 49 Forecast Sales of Sleep Aids: % Value Growth 2023-2028
EYE CARE IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Eye care sees current and volume sales growth in 2023 as inflation rises and consumers spend more time on screens and in contact with allergens
  • The competitive landscape continues to be driven by well-known brands
  • Fierce competition eats away at profit margins
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Increased time spent on screens supports value sales of standard eye care
  • Standard eye care will be boosted by Denmark’s ageing population
  • Allergy eye care is set to register growth as the climate becomes warmer
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 50 Sales of Eye Care by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 51 Sales of Eye Care by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 52 NBO Company Shares of Eye Care: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 53 LBN Brand Shares of Eye Care: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 54 Forecast Sales of Eye Care by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 55 Forecast Sales of Eye Care by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
WOUND CARE IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Current value and volume sales growth in 2023 for wound care
  • Beiersdorf leads but private label offerings continue to have a solid share of the landscape
  • Pricing is the main driver of value sales in 2023
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Moderate growth likely over the forecast period unless significant innovation is seen
  • Distribution channel landscape will remain stable, but e-commerce will gain ground
  • Offering added value will be necessary for players to stand out from the crowd
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 56 Sales of Wound Care by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 57 Sales of Wound Care by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 58 NBO Company Shares of Wound Care: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 59 LBN Brand Shares of Wound Care: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 60 Forecast Sales of Wound Care by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 61 Forecast Sales of Wound Care by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
VITAMINS IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Reduced demand for vitamins is offset by price increases as a result of inflation
  • Orkla Care is set to retain its lead in 2023 thanks to the popular range Livol
  • E-commerce is now a significant distribution channel for sales of vitamins in Denmark
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Healthy growth is expected over the forecast period
  • Innovation will be needed to sustain growth in multivitamins
  • Vitamins combine with lifestyle and dietary supplements
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 62 Sales of Vitamins by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 63 Sales of Vitamins by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 64 Sales of Multivitamins by Positioning: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 65 NBO Company Shares of Vitamins: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 66 LBN Brand Shares of Vitamins: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 67 Forecast Sales of Vitamins by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 68 Forecast Sales of Vitamins by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Current value growth in 2023 as inflation bites
  • Orkla Care retains the lead in 2023 thanks to a solid portfolio
  • E-commerce is now a significant distribution channel for dietary supplements
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Segmentation will be key for growth over the forecast period
  • Dietary supplements will combine rather than compete with vitamins
  • Rise of veganism will see increased demand for dietary supplements
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 69 Sales of Dietary Supplements by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 70 Sales of Dietary Supplements by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 71 Sales of Dietary Supplements by Positioning: % Value 2018-2023
  • Table 72 NBO Company Shares of Dietary Supplements: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 73 LBN Brand Shares of Dietary Supplements: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 74 Forecast Sales of Dietary Supplements by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 75 Forecast Sales of Dietary Supplements by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT AND WELLBEING IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Current value sales of weight management increase in 2023
  • The competitive landscape remains stable, with Nutricia still on top
  • E-commerce and direct selling are significant channels for weight management products
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Modest current value growth for over the counter obesity over the forecast period
  • Increasing competition likely from products such as protein bars
  • E-commerce will continue to grow at a healthy pace
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 76 Sales of Weight Management and Wellbeing by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 77 Sales of Weight Management and Wellbeing by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 78 NBO Company Shares of Weight Management and Wellbeing: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 79 LBN Brand Shares of Weight Management and Wellbeing: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 80 Forecast Sales of Weight Management and Wellbeing by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 81 Forecast Sales of Weight Management and Wellbeing by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
SPORTS NUTRITION IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Healthy current value growth for sports nutrition in 2023
  • BodyLab and Nutramino continue to lead, but competition is intensifying
  • Increased protein products are a key trend in 2023
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Rosy outlook for sports nutrition over the forecast period
  • E-commerce will remain a key battleground for players
  • The rise of veganism will influence new product development
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 82 Sales of Sports Nutrition by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 83 Sales of Sports Nutrition by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 84 NBO Company Shares of Sports Nutrition: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 85 LBN Brand Shares of Sports Nutrition: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 86 Forecast Sales of Sports Nutrition by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 87 Forecast Sales of Sports Nutrition by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
HERBAL/TRADITIONAL PRODUCTS IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Current value sales growth reflects rising inflation in 2023
  • Pharmacies is still on top, but e-commerce gains further ground
  • Cloetta Danmark leads sales within the fragmented competitive landscape
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • Innovation and differentiation will characterise herbal/traditional products over the forecast period
  • Moderate current value growth likely over the forecast period
  • E-commerce will continue to threaten sales via traditional retail channels in the years ahead
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 88 Sales of Herbal/Traditional Products by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 89 Sales of Herbal/Traditional Products by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 90 NBO Company Shares of Herbal/Traditional Products: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 91 LBN Brand Shares of Herbal/Traditional Products: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 92 Forecast Sales of Herbal/Traditional Products by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 93 Forecast Sales of Herbal/Traditional Products by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028
PAEDIATRIC CONSUMER HEALTH IN DENMARKKEY DATA FINDINGS
2023 DEVELOPMENTS
  • Vitamins and dietary supplements sees robust current value sales, but paediatric analgesics registers only minor growth
  • Pharmacies continues to represent most sales, but e-commerce gains ground
  • GSK Consumer Healthcare continues to lead in 2023 thanks to the popularity of Panodil
PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
  • A consolidated competitive landscape will hamper the chances of smaller players
  • Shift towards natural products will continue apace over forecast period
  • Players set to continue to focus on child-friendly designs in the years ahead
CATEGORY DATA
  • Table 94 Sales of Paediatric Consumer Health by Category: Value 2018-2023
  • Table 95 Sales of Paediatric Consumer Health by Category: % Value Growth 2018-2023
  • Table 96 NBO Company Shares of Paediatric Consumer Health: % Value 2019-2023
  • Table 97 LBN Brand Shares of Paediatric Consumer Health: % Value 2020-2023
  • Table 98 Forecast Sales of Paediatric Consumer Health by Category: Value 2023-2028
  • Table 99 Forecast Sales of Paediatric Consumer Health by Category: % Value Growth 2023-2028