| Product Code: ETC4792170 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The feminine hygiene import market in Ireland experienced a significant increase in concentration in 2024, with a very high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicating limited competition. Top exporting countries such as Belgium, UK, China, Germany, and Netherlands are key players in supplying these products to Ireland. Despite a negative growth rate in 2024, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 remained strong at 10.14%, reflecting sustained demand and market expansion. This data suggests a dynamic landscape for feminine hygiene imports in Ireland, with opportunities for further market penetration and strategic partnerships.

The Feminine Hygiene market in Ireland is projected to grow at a stable growth rate of 1.79% by 2027, highlighting the country's increasing focus on advanced technologies within the Europe region, where Germany holds the dominant position, followed closely by United Kingdom, France, Italy and Russia, shaping overall regional demand.

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 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Types, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2022 & 2032F |
4 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness about feminine hygiene and menstrual health |
4.2.2 Growing emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendly products |
4.2.3 Rise in disposable income leading to higher spending on personal care products |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Price sensitivity among consumers |
4.3.2 Cultural taboos and stigmas surrounding feminine hygiene |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative products like menstrual cups and period panties |
5 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Trends |
6 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market, By Product Types |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume, By Sanitary Napkins/Pads, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.3 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume, By Tampons, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.4 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume, By Menstrual Cups, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.5 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume, By Hypermarkets/Supermarket, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.3 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.4 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume, By Drug Stores/Pharmacies, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.5 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022 - 2032F |
7 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of women participating in menstrual health education programs |
8.2 Percentage of sales attributed to eco-friendly feminine hygiene products |
8.3 Growth in online sales of feminine hygiene products |
8.4 Number of new product launches in the feminine hygiene market |
8.5 Increase in social media engagement and awareness campaigns related to feminine hygiene |
9 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Types, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2022 & 2032F |
10 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 Ireland Feminine Hygiene Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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