Tissue and Hygiene in Belgium

March 2025
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Overview:

Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Tissue and Hygiene industry in Belgium 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:

  • Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene
  • Retail Adult Incontinence
  • Nappies/Diapers/Pants
  • Sanitary Protection
  • Wipes
  • Retail Tissue
  • RX/Reimbursement Adult Incontinence

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

The Tissue and Hygiene in Belgium 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 Tissue and Hygiene in Belgium?
  • Which are the leading brands in Tissue and Hygiene in Belgium?
  • How are products distributed in Tissue and Hygiene in Belgium?
  • 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 Tissue and Hygiene products?
  • Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
  • How important will sustainability and recycling be in generating future growth?

Tissue and Hygiene in Belgium

Tissue and hygiene in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Retail developments
What next for tissue and hygiene?
Table 1 Birth Rates 2019-2024
Table 2 Infant Population 2019-2024
Table 3 Female Population by Age 2019-2024
Table 4 Total Population by Age 2019-2024
Table 5 Households 2019-2024
Table 6 Forecast Infant Population 2024-2029
Table 7 Forecast Female Population by Age 2024-2029
Table 8 Forecast Total Population by Age 2024-2029
Table 9 Forecast Households 2024-2029
Table 10 Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 11 Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 12 NBO Company Shares of Retail Tissue and Hygiene: % Value 2020-2024
Table 13 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Tissue and Hygiene: % Value 2021-2024
Table 14 Penetration of Private Label in Retail Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value 2019-2024
Table 15 Distribution of Retail Tissue and Hygiene by Format: % Value 2019-2024
Table 16 Distribution of Retail Tissue and Hygiene by Format and Category: % Value 2024
Table 17 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 18 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

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Summary 1 Research Sources

Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene in Belgium

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Ongoing value growth in AFH tissues despite a range of challenges
AFH adult incontinence records a value uplift despite facing demand challenges
Innovation in AFH tissue and hygiene prioritises sustainability, hygiene and efficiency
AFH adult incontinence and AFH wipers are set to be the strongest performers across the forecast period
Health, manufacturing and cleaning services are set to drive ongoing demand for AFH tissue products
Innovation is set to focus on sustainability, performance enhancements, and cost-effective solutions
Table 19 Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 20 Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 21 Sales of Away-From-Home Paper Towels by Type: % Value 2019-2024
Table 22 Distribution of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Format: % Value 2019-2024
Table 23 Distribution of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Format and Category: % Value 2024
Table 24 Forecast Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 25 Forecast Sales of Away-From-Home Tissue and Hygiene by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Retail Adult Incontinence in Belgium

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Light incontinence products boost growth, appealing to a broader consumer base
Tena retains its lead while expanding its offerings with specialised products for men
Convenience retailers and retail e-commerce drive growth as consumers appreciate easy accessibility
A steady increase in retail value is set to be driven by the ageing population and rising awareness
Retail e-commerce is set to have an increasing role in the distribution of adult incontinence
Male products, comfort and the sustainability are set to drive innovation
Table 26 Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 27 Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 28 NBO Company Shares of Retail Adult Incontinence: % Value 2020-2024
Table 29 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Adult Incontinence: % Value 2021-2024
Table 30 Forecast Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 31 Forecast Sales of Retail Adult Incontinence by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Nappies/Diapers/Pants in Belgium

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Retail volume and value continue to be challenged by the declining birth rate in Belgium
Private label lead retail volume sales as consumers appreciate affordability
Supermarkets lead while retail e-commerce increases its share of sales
While retail volume is anticipated to decline, premiumisation will boost value growth
Retail e-commerce will play a more important role, offering a wider selection of goods
Washable nappies/diapers/pants may gain ground and drive sales across the forecast period
Table 32 Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 33 Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 34 NBO Company Shares of Retail Nappies/Diapers/Pants: % Value 2020-2024
Table 35 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Nappies/Diapers/Pants: % Value 2021-2024
Table 36 Forecast Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 37 Forecast Retail Sales of Nappies/Diapers/Pants by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Menstrual Care in Belgium

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Economic pressures and shifting consumer preferences negatively impact sales
Procter & Gamble Benelux SA retains its lead, however, share is lost to private label
Discounters and non-grocery retailers increase distribution of menstrual care in 2024
A retail value and volume decline expected as demographic shifts and reusable products challenge growth
Retail e-commerce will become increasingly embraced across the forecast period
There is potential for the public sector to intervene more with menstrual care distribution
Table 38 Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 39 Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 40 Retail Sales of Tampons by Application Format: % Value 2019-2024
Table 41 NBO Company Shares of Retail Menstrual Care: % Value 2020-2024
Table 42 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Menstrual Care: % Value 2021-2024
Table 43 Forecast Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 44 Forecast Retail Sales of Menstrual Care by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Wipes in Belgium

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Eco-friendly options and premium features drive retail value growth in wipes
Procter & Gamble retains its lead while Carrefour improves its share through its private label range
Supermarkets lead while discounters benefit from offering affordable options
Retail value sales are set to benefit from an ongoing migration to bio-degradable goods
Retail e-commerce grows as consumers are set to prioritise convenience
Sustainability is expected to drive innovation in wipes, supporting an uplift in growth
Table 45 Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 46 Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 47 NBO Company Shares of Retail Wipes: % Value 2020-2024
Table 48 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Wipes: % Value 2021-2024
Table 49 Forecast Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 50 Forecast Retail Sales of Wipes by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Retail Tissue in Belgium

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Retail volume benefits from price promotions, which lead value sales to decline
Sofidel retains its leadership despite losing share to affordable private label goods
Discounters gain ground by appealing to cost-conscious consumers
Retail value is set to recover as sustainability and innovation boost sales
The rising influence of discounters is expected to shape retail tissue
Innovation is set to focus on sustainability and new products formats to drive value growth
Table 51 Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: Value 2019-2024
Table 52 Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: % Value Growth 2019-2024
Table 53 NBO Company Shares of Retail Tissue: % Value 2020-2024
Table 54 LBN Brand Shares of Retail Tissue: % Value 2021-2024
Table 55 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: Value 2024-2029
Table 56 Forecast Retail Sales of Tissue by Category: % Value Growth 2024-2029

Rx/Reimbursement Adult Incontinence in Belgium

KEY DATA FINDINGS

The ageing population in Belgium increases demand for RX/reimbursement adult incontinence products
Ontex Global benefits from being the main supplier in Belgium
Ongoing and stable demand will be driven by the ageing population
Government initiatives are expected to raise awareness of adult incontinence products
Table 57 Sales of Rx/Reimbursement Adult Incontinence: Total Value MSP 2019-2024
Table 58 Sales of Rx/Reimbursement Adult Incontinence: Total Value MSP Growth 2019-2024
Table 59 Forecast Sales of Rx/Reimbursement Adult Incontinence: Total Value MSP 2024-2029
Table 60 Forecast Sales of Rx/Reimbursement Adult Incontinence: Total Value MSP Growth 2024-2029
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The following categories and subcategories are included:

Tissue and Hygiene

      • AFH Adult Incontinence
      • AFH Boxed Facial Tissues
        • AFH Napkins
        • AFH Tablecloths
      • AFH Paper Towels
      • AFH Toilet Paper
      • AFH Wipers
        • Light Adult Incontinence
        • Moderate/Heavy Adult Incontinence
        • Disposable Pants
          • Junior Nappies/Diapers
          • New Born Nappies/Diapers
          • Standard Nappies/Diapers
        • Pantyliners
        • Tampons
            • Standard Towels with Wings
            • Standard Towels without Wings
            • Slim/Thin/Ultra-Thin Towels with Wings
            • Slim/Thin/Ultra-Thin Towels without Wings
        • Menstrual Care Including Intimate Wipes
            • 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)
          • General Purpose Wipes
          • Intimate Wipes
          • Baby Wipes
            • Facial Cleansing Wipes
            • Deodorant Wipes
          • Moist Toilet Wipes
      • Paper Towels
        • Napkins
        • Tablecloths
        • Boxed Facial Tissues
        • Pocket Handkerchiefs
      • Toilet Paper
  • Rx/Reimbursement adult incontinence
        • Disposable Pants
          • Junior Nappies/Diapers
          • New Born Nappies/Diapers
          • Standard Nappies/Diapers
        • Pantyliners
        • Tampons
            • Standard Towels With Wings
            • Standard Towels Without Wings
            • Slim/Thin/Ultra-Thin Towels With Wings
            • Slim/Thin/Ultra-Thin Towels Without Wings
        • Menstrual Care Including Intimate Wipes
            • 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
          • General Purpose Wipes
          • Intimate Wipes
          • Baby Wipes
            • Facial Cleansing Wipes
            • Deodorant Wipes
          • Moist Toilet Wipes
          • AFH Napkins
          • Retail Napkins
          • AFH Tablecloths
          • Retail Tablecloths
          • AFH Boxed Facial Tissues
          • Retail Boxed Facial Tissues
        • Pocket Handkerchiefs
        • AFH Paper Towels
        • Retail Paper Towels
        • AFH Toilet Paper
        • Retail Toilet Paper
      • AFH Wipers

Tissue and Hygiene

This is the aggregation of retail and away-from home tissue and disposable hygiene products as well as Rx/reimbursement adult incontinence.

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