Export Soap from Pakistan to Italy

Pakistan did not report any exports of soap (HS 3401) to Italy in 2025, while India sold US$170K there. Italy's total imports of the product were US$292M in 2025.

This is an open market for Pakistani suppliers: demand exists and a South Asian competitor is already meeting part of it. Pakistan's total sales to Italy grew 63% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.

On our opportunity score, Italy rates 59 out of 100 (strong) and ranks 19th of 82 markets for this product. Next step: confirm import duties and product standards for Italy before sending samples, then list soap with Italy as a target market so importers there can contact you.

Opportunity score
59/100 (Strong)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$0M
From India (2025)
US$0.17M
Market size
US$292.46M
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How much soap does Italy import?

Italy imported US$292M of soap (HS 3401) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export soap to Italy?

Pakistan reported no exports of soap to Italy in 2025, so this is a new market for Pakistani suppliers.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Italy for soap?

India leads: US$170K against Pakistan's US$0K in 2025, a gap of US$170K.

How can I start exporting soap to Italy?

Confirm your HS code, check Italy's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Italy as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Italy Global Trade profile explain the next steps.