29/05/2026
Trade and Grow Beyond Borders: Empowering Philippine Personal Care and Cosmetics Exporters
The Department of Trade and Industry – Export Marketing Bureau (DTI-EMB), in partnership with DHL GoTrade and ARQ SME Business Development Center, successfully conducted Usapang Exports with DHL GoTrade: Trade and Grow Beyond Borders – Personal Care and Cosmetics Exporters on 29 May 2026.
The activity marked the third Usapang Exports with DHL GoTrade session this year under the DTI-EMB and DHL GoTrade partnership, which aims to strengthen the export readiness and global competitiveness of Philippine MSMEs through practical learning opportunities on international trade, logistics, customs processes, digital commerce, financing, and market expansion.
In her opening remarks, DTI-EMB Director Bianca Pearl R. Sykimte highlighted the growing opportunities for Philippine personal care and cosmetics products in the global market, driven by increasing demand for natural ingredients, sustainable solutions, wellness-focused products, and innovative beauty offerings. She noted that Philippine ingredients such as coconut, cacao, calamansi, moringa, and other indigenous resources continue to attract strong interest from international buyers seeking authenticity and sustainability.
Throughout the day, participants gained valuable insights on e-commerce, logistics, customs procedures, export financing, and practical strategies to help businesses become more market-ready and globally competitive. The sessions also provided an opportunity for exporters and aspiring exporters to engage directly with industry experts and support organizations that can help them navigate their export journey.
DTI-EMB remains committed to helping Philippine exporters and MSMEs access international markets through capacity-building programs, market intelligence, business matching initiatives, and strategic partnerships that support sustainable export growth.