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The Cotton Personal-Care Product Manufacturing industry produces cotton gauze, balls, pads, swabs and sponges commonly used for both medical and personal purposes. Sales of cotton personal-care products have increased resulting from higher consumer spending on cosmetic and beauty products and demand from other industries (medical, surgical, dental, veterinary). Despite the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacting global trade, there has been an increased demand for cotton swabs and wipes used for antigen and polymerase chain reaction testing and vaccination administration. Industry-wide revenue has been growing at a CAGR of 2.5% over the past five years and is expected to total $281.9 million in 2023 when revenue will increase by an estimated 0.8%.
This industry comprises operators that manufacture personal-care and beauty products primarily made of cotton. Products include but are not limited to cotton swabs, cotton balls and facial wipes. This industry also includes surgical cotton products both sterile and nonsterile.
This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry's key players and their market shares.
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Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Unilever N V
- Johnson & Johnson
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