For the 52 weeks ended October 4, 2020, toilet tissue sales in the United States amounted to **** billion U.S. dollars. Toilet paper was the leading household paper product sold in U.S. multi-outlet retail that year. The major sales increase compared to previous years can be explained by the coronavirus pandemic, which urged Americans to stock up on sanitary products.

This statistic displays annual sales value of toilet paper by manufacturers in the United Kingdom from 2008 to 2022. In 2022, UK manufacturers sold approximately **** billion British pounds worth of toilet paper.

This statistic depicts the sales of selected household paper products in the United States in 2020. For the 52 weeks ended October 4, 2020, the toilet tissue category had sales totaling approximately **** billion U.S. dollars.

Germany Consumer Good Sales: Toilet Tissue data was reported at 74.088 05Aug2019-11Aug2019=100 in 11 May 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of 83.046 05Aug2019-11Aug2019=100 for 04 May 2020. Germany Consumer Good Sales: Toilet Tissue data is updated weekly, averaging 101.682 05Aug2019-11Aug2019=100 from Aug 2019 (Median) to 11 May 2020, with 41 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 320.447 05Aug2019-11Aug2019=100 in 16 Mar 2020 and a record low of 36.421 05Aug2019-11Aug2019=100 in 13 Apr 2020. Germany Consumer Good Sales: Toilet Tissue data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Federal Statistics Office Germany. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Germany – Table DE.C004: Consumer Good Sales.

As of March, 2020, online sales of toilet paper rose by 207 percent compared to the previous year. In the same time period, online sales of hand sanitizer and wipes grew by about 5,678 percent when compared to the previous year. Some of these increases were likely triggered by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Toilet Paper Market Size 2025-2029

The toilet paper market size is forecast to increase by USD 8.88 billion, at a CAGR of 4.4% between 2024 and 2029.

The market is experiencing significant shifts driven by evolving consumer preferences and industry trends. With increasing concerns around health and hygiene, the demand for toilet paper is on the rise. This heightened focus on cleanliness and personal care is fueling market growth. Furthermore, companies are addressing sustainability concerns by adopting eco-friendly manufacturing processes, which is becoming a crucial differentiator for consumers. However, the market faces challenges as well. Fluctuating raw material prices pose a significant threat to profitability, requiring companies to closely manage their supply chains and costs.
To capitalize on opportunities and navigate these challenges effectively, companies must stay agile and responsive to changing market dynamics. By focusing on sustainability, innovation, and cost management, they can position themselves for long-term success in the evolving market.

What will be the Size of the Toilet Paper Market during the forecast period?

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The market continues to evolve, with dynamic market dynamics shaping its landscape. Wholesale distributors play a pivotal role in supplying bath tissue to various sectors, including convenience stores and private label brands. Product differentiation is a key driver, with sheet count, virgin pulp, and finishing & converting processes influencing consumer preferences. Septic safety and hygiene regulations are paramount, ensuring the production of premium and value-priced rolls that meet industry standards. Toilet paper rolls come in various sizes, from jumbo rolls to individual packs, catering to diverse usage frequencies. Online retail channels have disrupted traditional distribution networks, offering convenience and competitive pricing.

Recycled paper and sustainable forestry practices are gaining traction, aligning with environmental standards. The papermaking process involves raw material sourcing, pulp production, and automated manufacturing, all of which impact cost per roll and advertising spend. Brands strive for supply chain efficiency and FSC certification to maintain brand loyalty and cater to budget-conscious consumers. Hygiene standards extend to facial tissue, tissue paper, and paper towels, ensuring consumer safety and satisfaction. Marketing campaigns, ply count, and price elasticity continue to shape market trends, with industrial rolls and dispenser rolls catering to specific industries. Consumer preferences for eco-friendly and cost-effective options persist, driving innovation in the sector.

The ongoing unfolding of market activities underscores the continuous evolution of the toilet paper industry.

How is this Toilet Paper Industry segmented?

The toilet paper industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD billion' for the period 2025-2029, as well as historical data from 2019-2023 for the following segments.

Distribution Channel

  Offline
  Online


End-user

  Residential
  Commercial


Geography

  North America

    US
    Canada


  Europe

    France
    Germany
    Italy
    UK


  APAC

    China
    India
    Japan


  South America

    Brazil


  Rest of World (ROW)

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The offline segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.

In the dynamic the market, product innovation and private label offerings continue to shape consumer preferences. Wholesale distributors play a crucial role in supplying a broad range of toilet paper rolls to various distribution channels. Convenience stores and online retailers, in particular, have gained traction due to their convenience and accessibility. Product differentiation is achieved through factors such as sheet count, ply count, and the use of virgin pulp or recycled paper. Sustainable forestry and FSC certification are essential considerations for companies, as are hygiene regulations and septic safety. Marketing campaigns and automated manufacturing processes contribute to increased brand loyalty and value pricing strategies.

Bath tissue, facial tissue, and paper towels are produced using various pulp sources, including bamboo, and are available in jumbo rolls, individual packs, and bulk packs. The papermaking process involves finishing and converting stages, ensuring quality control and adherence to environmental standards. Cost per roll, advertising spend, and price elasticity influence supply chain efficiency and the competitiveness of premium and budget brands. Industrial rolls, hospitality rolls, and dispenser ro

Graph and download economic data for Producer Price Index by Industry: Sanitary Paper Product Manufacturing: Sanitary Tissue Paper Products, Made from Purchased Sanitary Paper Stock or Wadding (PCU3222913222915) from Dec 2003 to Sep 2025 about waste, stocks, paper, purchase, manufacturing, PPI, industry, inflation, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

For the 52 weeks ended October 4, 2020, the average price per unit of toilet tissue was **** U.S. dollars. This represents an increase of more than ** cents from 2019. Toilet tissue was the leading household paper product sold in U.S. multi-outlet retail in 2020.

The revenue of the tissue paper market in Spain amounted to $228M in 2018, surging by 2.6% against the previous year....

The U.S. (208K tons) and Germany (199K tons) represented roughly 20% of total imports of toilet paper in 2018.

In 2018, approx. 2.1M tons of toilet paper were exported worldwide, going up by 4.9% against the previous year. In value terms, toilet paper exports totaled $3.7B in 2018.

Tissue Paper imports reached a peak of 417K tons in 2020, but failed to regain momentum from 2021 to 2023. In terms of value, imports declined to $515M in 2023.

For the 52 weeks ended October 4, 2020, paper towel sales in the United States amounted to **** billion U.S. dollars. Toilet paper was the leading household paper product sold in U.S. multi-outlet retail that year.. The sudden sales surge of paper towels in 2020 was largely caused by the coronavirus pandemic, which urged Americans to stock up on sanitary products.

China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Tmall Online Sales: YoY: Number of Product data was reported at 31.710 % in Aug 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of 37.390 % for Jul 2020. China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Tmall Online Sales: YoY: Number of Product data is updated monthly, averaging 28.440 % from Jun 2019 (Median) to Aug 2020, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 48.150 % in May 2020 and a record low of 15.950 % in Jan 2020. China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Tmall Online Sales: YoY: Number of Product data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Moojing Market Intelligence. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s Consumer Goods and Services – Table CN.HTB: Taobao and Tmall Online Sales: YoY: Personal Care and Daily Use Good.

This statistic shows the number of rolls of Quilted Northern toilet paper used within one month in the United States in 2020. The data has been calculated by Statista based on the U.S. Census data and Simmons National Consumer Survey (NHCS). According to this statistic, ***** million Americans used ** or more rolls in 2020.

China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Tmall Online Sales: YoY: Number of Store data was reported at 52.820 % in Aug 2020. This records a decrease from the previous number of 77.240 % for Jul 2020. China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Tmall Online Sales: YoY: Number of Store data is updated monthly, averaging 43.150 % from Jun 2019 (Median) to Aug 2020, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 119.170 % in May 2020 and a record low of 25.880 % in Jun 2019. China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Tmall Online Sales: YoY: Number of Store data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Moojing Market Intelligence. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s Consumer Goods and Services – Table CN.HTB: Taobao and Tmall Online Sales: YoY: Personal Care and Daily Use Good.

The Paper and Paperboard Manufacturing industry has struggled with the ever-increasing threat of digitalisation across Europe dampening paper usage. This is the main reason revenue is expected to contract at a compound annual rate of 4.8% over the five years through 2024 to €115.8 billion. A number of companies have exited the market in recent years, driving the manufacturers left behind to consolidate – many of the more prominent manufacturers are acquiring smaller businesses to shore up their market share. The COVID-19 pandemic has been a key driver of the industry’s recent revenue decline, especially in 2020. Volatile commodity prices and weak downstream conditions, caused by enforced business closures across the majority of European countries and more cautious consumer spending, led to widespread economic uncertainty and low investment. Paper stationery manufacturers and newspaper publishers suffered greatly, partly because of Europe’s heightened degree of digitalisation (driven by a work-from-home trend) dampening paper consumption. Revenue is forecast to fall by 4.2% in 2024 and remain below pre-pandemic levels. Volatile wood pulp and paper prices, more regulatory pressures and supply chain disruption have caused profitability to remain low. The ongoing shift towards electronic communications and media will continue to create challenging conditions for manufacturers over the coming years. In the short term, macroeconomic headwinds (including high inflation and interest rates) are expected to ease, supporting revenue prospects, especially as paper manufacturers start to reinvest their widening profitability into the production process. Continuing investment in sustainability and automation within manufacturing facilities will put paper producers in a strong position to capitalise on a growing packaging and paper bag manufacturing market. Over the five years through 2029, revenue is slated to swell at a compound annual rate of 2% to €127.9 billion.

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China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Taobao Online Sales: YoY: Value data was reported at 30.260 % in Aug 2020. This records an increase from the previous number of 27.360 % for Jul 2020. China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Taobao Online Sales: YoY: Value data is updated monthly, averaging 24.000 % from Jun 2019 (Median) to Aug 2020, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 73.350 % in Feb 2020 and a record low of 3.250 % in Oct 2019. China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Taobao Online Sales: YoY: Value data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Moojing Market Intelligence. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s Consumer Goods and Services – Table CN.HTB: Taobao and Tmall Online Sales: YoY: Personal Care and Daily Use Good.

China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Taobao Online Sales: MoM: Market Share data was reported at -4.040 % in Aug 2020. This records an increase from the previous number of -22.050 % for Jul 2020. China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Taobao Online Sales: MoM: Market Share data is updated monthly, averaging -5.320 % from Jun 2019 (Median) to Aug 2020, with 15 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 100.930 % in Feb 2020 and a record low of -37.790 % in Mar 2020. China Washing and Cleaning Preparation, Sanitary Napkin, Tissue, Aromatherapy: Taobao Online Sales: MoM: Market Share data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Moojing Market Intelligence. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s Consumer Goods and Services – Table CN.HTB: Taobao and Tmall Online Sales: MoM: Personal Care and Daily Use Good.