Home Care in South Africa

February 2025
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Overview:

Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Home Care industry in South Africa with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.

Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.

Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:

  • Air Care
  • Bleach
  • Dishwashing
  • Home Insecticides
  • Laundry Care
  • Polishes
  • Surface Care
  • Toilet Care

If you're in the Home Care industry in South Africa, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.

The Home Care in South Africa report includes:

  • Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
  • Detailed segmentation of international and local products
  • Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
  • Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
  • Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country

This report answers:

  • What is the market size of Home Care in South Africa?
  • Which are the leading brands in Home Care in South Africa?
  • How are products distributed in Home Care in South Africa?
  • How is the rise of e-commerce changing the retail and competitive landscape?
  • How has COVID-19 impacted demand? Where have sales increased due to stockpiling amidst national lockdown?
  • How have enforced home seclusion and social distancing measures following COVID-19 changed usage patterns for Home Care products?
  • Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
  • How important will sustainability and recycling be in generating future growth?

Home Care in South Africa

Home care in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Retailing developments
What next for home care?
Table 1 Households 2019-2024
Table 2 Sales of Home Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 3 Sales of Home Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 4 NBO Company Shares of Home Care: % Value 2020-2024
Table 5 LBN Brand Shares of Home Care: % Value 2021-2024
Table 6 Penetration of Private Label in Home Care by Category: % Value 2019-2024
Table 7 Distribution of Home Care by Format: % Value 2019-2024
Table 8 Distribution of Home Care by Format and Category: % Value 2024
Table 9 Forecast Sales of Home Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 10 Forecast Sales of Home Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

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Summary 1 Research Sources

Air Care in South Africa

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Mood-enhancing wellness products see increased popularity
Spray/aerosol air fresheners remains the format of choice
SC Johnson & Son leads with its Glade brand
Working from home expected to increase demand for air care products
Spray/aerosol air fresheners will maintain its dominance
Promotions set to increase sales of air care products
Table 11 Sales of Air Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 12 Sales of Air Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 13 Sales of Air Care by Fragrance: Value Ranking 2022-2024
Table 14 NBO Company Shares of Air Care: % Value 2020-2024
Table 15 LBN Brand Shares of Air Care: % Value 2021-2024
Table 16 Forecast Sales of Air Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 17 Forecast Sales of Air Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Bleach in South Africa

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Growth in demand for bleach remains stable in 2024
Domestos retains its lead in bleach, but sees challenges
Value offerings from brands support demand for bleach
Stable but slower growth expected for bleach as inflation eases
Private label set to continue to enjoy popularity due to lower prices
Potential for spikes in sales if outbreaks of cholera recur
Table 18 Sales of Bleach: Value 2019-2024
Table 19 Sales of Bleach: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 20 NBO Company Shares of Bleach: % Value 2020-2024
Table 21 LBN Brand Shares of Bleach: % Value 2021-2024
Table 22 Forecast Sales of Bleach: Value 2024-2029
Table 23 Forecast Sales of Bleach: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Dishwashing in South Africa

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Hand dishwashing continues to dominate
Low dishwasher penetration rate hinders growth of automatic dishwashing
Private label gains further share in hand dishwashing amid inflationary pressures
Affordability is expected to limit automatic dishwashing’s penetration
Refill sachets to offer greater value to consumers
Sunlight’s diversity will ensure it remains the leader
Table 24 Household Possession of Dishwashers 2019-2024
Table 25 Sales of Dishwashing by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 26 Sales of Dishwashing by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 27 NBO Company Shares of Dishwashing: % Value 2020-2024
Table 28 LBN Brand Shares of Dishwashing: % Value 2021-2024
Table 29 Forecast Sales of Dishwashing by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 30 Forecast Sales of Dishwashing by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Home Insecticides in South Africa

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Demand for home insecticides remains stable
Spray/aerosol insecticides remains dominant
Tiger Consumer Brands continues to lead home insecticides
Desire for pest control will ensure home insecticides sees growth
Chemicals associated with insecticide coils are raising concern amongst consumers
A continued consolidated landscape
Table 31 Sales of Home Insecticides by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 32 Sales of Home Insecticides by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 33 Sales of Spray/Aerosol Insecticides by Type: % Value 2019-2024
Table 34 NBO Company Shares of Home Insecticides: % Value 2020-2024
Table 35 LBN Brand Shares of Home Insecticides: % Value 2021-2024
Table 36 Forecast Sales of Home Insecticides by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 37 Forecast Sales of Home Insecticides by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Laundry Care in South Africa

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Affordability challenges place pressure on laundry care
Increasing popularity of cold wash cycles as energy prices soar
Standard powder detergents remains popular
Further solid growth for laundry care over the forecast period
Demand for fabric softeners to stay strong as consumers buy mood-enhancing products
Private label offers further growth potential
Table 38 Household Possession of Washing Machines 2019-2024
Table 39 Sales of Laundry Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 40 Sales of Laundry Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 41 Sales of Laundry Aids by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 42 Sales of Laundry Aids by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 43 Sales of Laundry Detergents by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 44 Sales of Laundry Detergents by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 45 Sales of In-Wash Spot and Stain Removers by Type: % Value Breakdown 2019-2024
Table 46 NBO Company Shares of Laundry Care: % Value 2020-2024
Table 47 LBN Brand Shares of Laundry Care: % Value 2021-2024
Table 48 NBO Company Shares of Laundry Aids: % Value 2020-2024
Table 49 LBN Brand Shares of Laundry Aids: % Value 2021-2024
Table 50 NBO Company Shares of Laundry Detergents: % Value 2020-2024
Table 51 LBN Brand Shares of Laundry Detergents: % Value 2021-2024
Table 52 Forecast Sales of Laundry Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 53 Forecast Sales of Laundry Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Polishes in South Africa

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Demand for polishes is suppressed by low consumer affordability
School children keep demand for shoe polishes stable
Mr Min and Kiwi dominate furniture polish and shoe polish respectively
Restricted consumer spending will put pressure on demand for polishes
Corporate culture and dress codes will increasingly move away from formal wear
Opportunity for share gain through bulk packaging
Table 54 Sales of Polishes by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 55 Sales of Polishes by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 56 NBO Company Shares of Polishes: % Value 2020-2024
Table 57 LBN Brand Shares of Polishes: % Value 2021-2024
Table 58 Forecast Sales of Polishes by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 59 Forecast Sales of Polishes by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Surface Care in South Africa

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Multi-purpose cleaners remains resilient in value terms in 2024
Private label products remain popular amongst cash-strapped shoppers
Consumers remain interested in fragrances
Bulk purchases set to drive growth for surface care
Grocery delivery platforms will continue to provide shoppers with convenience
Opportunities for task-specific surface care products despite the competition
Table 60 Sales of Surface Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 61 Sales of Surface Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 62 Sales of Home Care Wipes and Floor Cleaning Systems by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 63 Sales of Home Care Wipes and Floor Cleaning Systems by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 64 NBO Company Shares of Surface Care: % Value 2020-2024
Table 65 LBN Brand Shares of Surface Care: % Value 2021-2024
Table 66 NBO Company Shares of Home Care Wipes and Floor Cleaning Systems: % Value 2020-2024
Table 67 LBN Brand Shares of Home Care Wipes and Floor Cleaning Systems: % Value 2021-2024
Table 68 Forecast Sales of Surface Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 69 Forecast Sales of Surface Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Toilet Care in South Africa

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Hygiene awareness supports growth for toilet care
Toilet liquids/foam shows slower growth in 2024
Stable competitive landscape, with SC Johnson maintaining its lead
Toilet care expected to continue growing
In-cistern devices and ITBs will struggle to achieve volume growth due to low consumer affordability
Fragrance likely to be increasingly important
Table 70 Sales of Toilet Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 71 Sales of Toilet Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 72 NBO Company Shares of Toilet Care: % Value 2020-2024
Table 73 LBN Brand Shares of Toilet Care: % Value 2021-2024
Table 74 Forecast Sales of Toilet Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 75 Forecast Sales of Toilet Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029
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The following categories and subcategories are included:

Home Care

      • Candle Air Fresheners
      • Car Air Fresheners
      • Electric Air Fresheners
      • Gel Air Fresheners
      • Liquid Air Fresheners
      • Spray/Aerosol Air Fresheners
        • Carpet Fresheners
        • Odour Neutralisers
        • Refrigerator Fresheners
        • Waste Bin Fresheners
        • Other Other Air Care
  • Bleach
        • Automatic Dishwashing Liquids
        • Automatic Dishwashing Powders
        • Automatic Dishwashing Tablets
      • Dishwashing Additives
    • Hand Dishwashing
    • Electric Insecticides
    • Insecticide Baits
    • Insecticide Coils
    • Spray/Aerosol Insecticides
      • Foggers/Bombs
      • In-Home Insect Repellents
      • Moth Proofers
      • Other Other Home Insecticides
    • Carpet Cleaners
      • Dryer Sheets
      • Liquid Fabric Softeners
      • Colour Safe Laundry Bleach
      • Fabric Fresheners
        • In-Wash Spot and Stain Removers
        • Pre-Wash Spot and Stain Removers
      • Starch/Ironing Aids
      • Water Softeners
        • Blues/Bluing
        • Colour Catchers
        • Colour Enhancers
        • Laundry Sanitiser
        • Scent Booster
        • Whiteners
        • Other Other Laundry Aids
          • Standard Powder Detergents
          • Concentrated Powder Detergents
          • Compact Powder Tablet Detergents
          • Liquid Tablet Detergents
          • Standard Liquid Detergents
          • Concentrated Liquid Detergents
        • Standard Powder Detergents
        • Standard Liquid Detergents
        • Concentrated Powder Detergents
        • Concentrated Liquid Detergents
        • Compact Powder Tablet Detergents
        • Liquid Tablet Detergents
        • Bar Detergents
        • Hand Wash Detergents
        • Fine Fabric Detergents
    • Floor Polish
    • Furniture Polish
    • Metal Polish
    • Shoe Polish
        • Starter Kits/Sweepers/Sticks (Dry Electro-Static)
        • Wipes and Refills (Dry Electro-Static)
          • Cleaning Solution
          • Refill Wipes/Pads
        • Starter Kits/Trigger Device
        • All Purpose Cleaning Wipes
        • Furniture Polish Wipes
        • Toilet Care Wipes
        • Window/Glass Wipes
        • Other Impregnated Wipes
      • Starter Kits/Sweepers/Sticks (Excluding Wipes)
      • Wipes (Excluding Starter Kits/Sweepers/Sticks)
    • Bathroom Cleaners
    • Descalers
    • Drain Openers
      • Standard Floor Cleaners
      • Wash and Wax Floor Cleaners
    • Home Care Disinfectants
    • Kitchen Cleaners
    • Multi-Purpose Cleaners
    • Oven Cleaners
    • Scouring Agents
    • Window/Glass Cleaners
    • In-Cistern Devices
      • Rim Blocks
      • Rim Liquids
    • Toilet Care Tablets/Powders
    • Toilet Cleaning Systems
    • Toilet Liquids/Foam

Home Care

This is the aggregation of laundry care, dishwashing products, surface care, chlorine bleach, toilet care, polishes, air fresheners and insecticides.

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