| Product Code: ETC11771386 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 | |
In 2024, Zambia continued to see significant cosmetic import shipments from top exporting countries including South Africa, China, France, USA, and Lebanon. Despite a slight decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024, the industry maintained a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) concentration level. With a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.13% from 2020 to 2024, the market remains competitive and attractive for both domestic and international cosmetic suppliers. Continued monitoring of market dynamics and consumer preferences will be crucial for stakeholders looking to capitalize on opportunities in Zambia`s cosmetic industry.

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 Zambia Cosmetic Market Overview |
3.1 Zambia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Zambia Cosmetic Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Zambia Cosmetic Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Ingredient Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Zambia Cosmetic Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing disposable income of consumers in Zambia |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about personal grooming and beauty products |
4.2.3 Influence of social media and celebrities on beauty trends |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High import duties and taxes on cosmetic products in Zambia |
4.3.2 Limited availability of premium and specialized cosmetic brands in the market |
4.3.3 Cultural preferences for traditional beauty products and remedies |
5 Zambia Cosmetic Market Trends |
6 Zambia Cosmetic Market, By Types |
6.1 Zambia Cosmetic Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Skin Care, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Hair Care, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Makeup, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Zambia Cosmetic Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Face, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Hair, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Lips, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Zambia Cosmetic Market, By Ingredient Type |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Natural, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Organic, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Synthetic, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Zambia Cosmetic Market, By Packaging Type |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Bottles, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Tubes, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Jars, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5 Zambia Cosmetic Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.3 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Offline, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.4 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenues & Volume, By Supers, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Zambia Cosmetic Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Zambia Cosmetic Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Zambia Cosmetic Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Zambia Cosmetic Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new product launches in the Zambian cosmetic market |
8.2 Growth in the number of cosmetic retail outlets across Zambia |
8.3 Percentage increase in online sales of cosmetic products in Zambia |
8.4 Consumer engagement and interaction on social media platforms for cosmetic brands |
8.5 Adoption rate of organic and natural cosmetic products in Zambia |
9 Zambia Cosmetic Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Zambia Cosmetic Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Zambia Cosmetic Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Zambia Cosmetic Market Opportunity Assessment, By Ingredient Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Zambia Cosmetic Market Opportunity Assessment, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Zambia Cosmetic Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Zambia Cosmetic Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Zambia Cosmetic Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Zambia Cosmetic Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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