Experts warn: Stock up on laundry detergent

Recent price hikes in cleaning products are causing concern among consumers. Experts have stated that laundry detergent prices, in particular, could rise rapidly in the coming period, calling on consumers to "stock up before prices increase even further."

Industry representatives attribute the primary reasons for the rise in detergent prices to increases in raw material costs and logistics expenses. It is stated that some brands are planning to implement price hikes of between 20 and 40 percent in the first quarter of the year.

HIGH PRICE HIKE RATES IN CLEANING PRODUCTS

Experts note that cleaning products are among the categories experiencing the fastest price increases. They point out that products such as laundry detergent, dish soap, and fabric softener show above-average price increases during every hike cycle. It is suggested that savings can be achieved by purchasing these long-lasting products now.

Stating that prices in supermarkets change weekly and that discount periods are short-lived, experts emphasize that the same product has seen price increases of 20-30 TL within a single week at some chain stores.

Consumers looking to protect their household budgets are turning to stocking up on long-lasting products such as detergent, toilet paper, and oil. Laundry detergent is at the top of this list due to price increases on a per-liter and per-kilogram basis.

Experts also remind consumers of points to consider when stocking up: - Stocking should be done according to consumption speed; excessive purchasing should be avoided. - Large-sized packaging that can last for a long time should be preferred. - The shelf life of the products should be checked.