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Tag: consumer goods
The Consumer Goods category covers the fast-growing retail and product sectors, including trends in food and beverages, personal care, household items, apparel, and electronics. It explores production, import-export dynamics, brand competition, and shifting consumer preferences, providing insights into supply chains, pricing strategies, and product innovation. This section helps businesses, investors, and market analysts understand the evolving consumer landscape and emerging opportunities across diverse goods categories.
Electronics: Vietnam phone imports plunge by 13.92 percent in May, China leads despite decline
Vietnam’s imports of telephones, mobile phones, and parts thereof reached US$746.79 million in May 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant decrease of 13.92 percent compared to April, bringing the year-to-date (YTD) import value to US$4.16 billion.
Glass and glassware: Vietnam imports down slightly in April, China remains top supplier
Vietnam’s imports of glass and glassware reached US$118.85 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight 2.59 percent decrease compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$421.51 million for this category.
Cosmetics: Vietnam imports down 2.80 percent over March, Singapore lead supplier
Vietnam’s imports of essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations reached US$125.31 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a slight 2.80 percent decrease compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$478.05 million for this category.
Consumer electrical: Vietnam imports down 24.38 percent over March, Thailand lead supplier
Vietnam’s imports of electric consumer products and parts thereof reached US$238.70 million in April 2025, according to figures released by Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. This represents a significant 24.38 percent decrease compared to the import value in March, with a year-to-date import value of US$1.02 billion for this category.
Consumer goods: Vietnam’s online premium cosmetics market to triple by 2033
Vietnam’s online premium cosmetics market is set to surge from US$265.15 million in 2024 to over US$643.86 million by 2033, driven by Gen Z consumers, tech innovation, and eco-conscious spending, according to a report from Astute Analytica
Vietnam’s paper imports rose nearly 17 percent in March
Vietnam imported US$217.13 million worth of paper in March, a 16.95 percent increase from February, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. The total import value for the first three months of the year reached US$557.21 million.
Household appliance prices rise modestly in March, led by washing machines and air conditioners
The consumer price index (CPI) for household equipment and appliances rose by 0.13% in March 2025 compared to the previous month, reflecting slight increases across both essential electronics and home goods, according to data from the General Statistics Office.
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Vietnam Cosmetics Industry 2025: Growth, Imports & Key Players
Vietnam’s cosmetics industry has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, driven by a burgeoning middle class, increasing disposable incomes, and a growing awareness of personal care. The country’s young and fashion-conscious population has fueled demand for a wide range of beauty products, from skincare and makeup to haircare and fragrances.
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