Manufacture of perfumes and toilet preparations

NACE code 20.42 covers the manufacture of perfumes, fragrances, and a wide range of personal care and beauty products. This industry plays a vital role in the global cosmetics and personal care market, catering to the growing consumer demand for high-quality, innovative, and diverse toiletry items. As an integral part of the broader chemical manufacturing sector, the perfume and toilet preparations industry contributes significantly to economic activity and employment across many countries.

The manufacture of perfumes and toilet preparations involves a complex process of blending and compounding various raw materials, including essential oils, alcohols, and synthetic compounds. Key production techniques include extraction, distillation, and chemical synthesis to create the desired scents, formulations, and product characteristics. Strict quality control measures and regulatory compliance are essential throughout the manufacturing process to ensure product safety and efficacy.

The perfume and toilet preparations industry relies on a diverse range of inputs, including natural raw materials such as plant-derived essential oils, as well as synthetic chemicals, alcohols, and other compounds. Specialized machinery and equipment, such as distillation columns, mixing tanks, and packaging lines, are also crucial inputs for this industry. Additionally, the industry requires skilled labor, research and development capabilities, and efficient supply chain management to support its operations.

The primary outputs of the perfume and toilet preparations industry include a wide range of personal care products, such as fragrances, perfumes, deodorants, shampoos, soaps, and cosmetics. These outputs are then consumed by a variety of other NACE codes, including 47.25 Retail sale of beverages in specialised stores, 47.75 Retail sale of cosmetic and toilet articles in specialised stores, and 96.02 Hairdressing and other beauty treatment.