Product Code: ETC6187948 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: May 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The personal care contract manufacturing market in Australia is thriving, driven by an increasing number of local and international brands outsourcing their production to focus on branding, marketing, and distribution. Contract manufacturers offer cost-effective and flexible services that include product development, formulation, packaging, and regulatory compliance. The market is benefiting from the boom in niche and indie beauty brands, especially those seeking to develop cruelty-free, vegan, and organic product lines without investing heavily in manufacturing infrastructure.
The personal care contract manufacturing market in Australia is expanding, thanks to the rise in indie beauty brands and cost-effective outsourcing models. Trends show a strong inclination toward turnkey solutions, where manufacturers offer everything from product development to packaging. Sustainability in production processes, regulatory expertise, and speed to market are now key differentiators. Additionally, contract manufacturers are increasingly investing in innovation labs and formulation customization to support brand differentiation in a competitive retail environment.
The personal care contract manufacturing market in Australia faces operational and compliance-related challenges, especially with maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and adapting to client-specific regulatory needs. Rising labor and energy costs impact pricing competitiveness, while smaller players struggle to scale operations due to limited access to automation and skilled labor.
The contract manufacturing segment within Australia personal care industry is expanding as brands increasingly outsource production to focus on marketing and R&D. Investors can capitalize on opportunities to fund facilities with advanced capabilities like small-batch production, eco-friendly packaging, and regulatory compliance expertise. The rise in indie beauty brands and e-commerce-driven private labels enhances the demand for flexible and scalable contract manufacturing services, making it an attractive sector for long-term investment.
The contract manufacturing segment benefits from policies encouraging small business innovation and manufacturing capability. Programs like the Manufacturing Modernisation Fund (MMF) and Industry Growth Centres support scalability and compliance. Regulations under AICIS and TGA guide the formulation and labeling standards. Export promotion schemes also assist local contract manufacturers in accessing global markets.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Service, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Formulations, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Category, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Trends |
6 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market, By Service |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Service, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Manufacturing, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Custom Formulations, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market, By Formulations |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Solutions, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Creams/Emulsions, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Lotions, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Suspensions, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Ointments/Pastes, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.7 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Powders, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market, By Category |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Mass Product, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Premium Product, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenues & Volume, By Professional Products, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Service, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Formulations, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Opportunity Assessment, By Category, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Personal Care Contract Manufacturing Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |