India Dry Cleaning Services Market

India Dry Cleaning Services Market Overview:

The India dry cleaning services market size reached USD 1.31 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 2.09 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.40% during 2025-2033. Rising urbanization, busier lifestyles, inflating disposable incomes of consumers, increasing hygiene awareness, the development of eco-friendly cleaning methods, and the expansion of organized service providers into smaller cities are among the key factors driving the market growth.

India Dry Cleaning Services Market Trends:

Integration of Digital Platforms and On-Demand Services

The growing use of smartphones and expanding internet access have drastically changed India’s service landscape, with the dry cleaning industry seeing a huge digital shift. On-demand dry cleaning services, which are available via websites and mobile apps, have become more and more popular as consumers place a higher value on efficiency and convenience. Companies are responding by developing intuitive digital platforms that allow users to schedule pickups and deliveries, track their orders in real time, and make seamless cashless payments. This digital integration not only enhances customer satisfaction but also optimizes operational efficiency by improving logistics and service management. With India’s smartphone user base projected to reach 1.1 billion by the end of 2025, access to digital services is becoming more ubiquitous than ever. Furthermore, a growing percentage of urban customers increasingly favor utilizing apps for home services, which reflects a larger trend toward digital convenience. Investing in a strong digital infrastructure is increasingly essential for dry cleaners to stay competitive and satisfy the changing demands of today's tech-savvy clientele.

Adoption of Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Practices

Environmental awareness is increasingly influencing customer choices in India, prompting dry cleaning companies to adopt more eco-friendly and sustainable processes. Traditional dry cleaning procedures often incorporate harsh chemicals such as perchloroethylene, which have caused severe environmental and health issues. As a result, a growing percentage of service providers are turning to greener options, such as liquid carbon dioxide cleaning and wet cleaning methods that use biodegradable detergents. These sustainable approaches not only reduce environmental impact but also appeal to health-conscious consumers looking for safer, non-toxic cleaning solutions. Recent polls show that 70% of Indian customers are prepared to pay more for services that are more ecologically friendly, indicating a noticeable change in their purchasing habits. Furthermore, government measures supporting sustainable business practices have resulted in a 15% increase in eco-friendly certifications for Indian dry cleaners by 2024. Dry cleaning companies that use green technology not only assure legal compliance but also boost their brand name and appeal to an increasingly environmentally concerned consumer group.

India Dry Cleaning Services Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region/country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, service type, customer type, pricing structure, and end-user industry.

Product Type Insights:

• Clothing
• Household Items
• Special Items

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product type. This includes clothing, household items, and special items.

Service Type Insights:

• Traditional Dry Cleaning Services
• Specialty Cleaning Services
• Convenience Services

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the service type have also been provided in the report. This includes traditional dry cleaning services, specialty cleaning services, and convenience services.

Customer Type Insights:

• Residential Customers
• Commercial Clients 

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the customer type. This includes residential customers and commercial clients.

Pricing Structure Insights:

• Budget Options
• Mid-Range Services
• Premium Services

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the pricing structure have also been provided in the report. This includes budget options, mid-range services, and premium services.

End-User Industry Insights:

• Hospitality
• Healthcare
• Retail

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end-user industry have also been provided in the report. This includes hospitality, healthcare, and retail.

Regional Insights:

• North India
• South India
• East India
• West India

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

India Dry Cleaning Services Market News:

• July 2024: Dropit Premium Laundry Service and Dry Cleaning Store, a full-service laundry and cleaning facility that provides premium washing, skilled dry cleaning, and specialist cleaning treatments for sensitive materials, was launched in Hyderabad. Dropit was created as part of the CMSTEI initiative to assist indigenous youngsters and provide customers with an easy-to-use software and pickup and delivery service.
• April 2023: ​Tumbledry, a laundry and dry cleaning service provider, announced that it plans to expand its network from 550 to 2,000 franchise outlets over the next three years. Currently operating in 190 cities, the company aims to tap into the largely unorganized laundry market, which it said comprises 96% of the sector.

India Dry Cleaning Services Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the India dry cleaning services market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the India dry cleaning services market on the basis of product type?
• What is the breakup of the India dry cleaning services market on the basis of service type?
• What is the breakup of the India dry cleaning services market on the basis of customer type?
• What is the breakup of the India dry cleaning services market on the basis of pricing structure?
• What is the breakup of the India dry cleaning services market on the basis of end-user industry?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the India dry cleaning services market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the India dry cleaning services market?
• What is the structure of the India dry cleaning services market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the India dry cleaning services market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the India dry cleaning services market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India dry cleaning services market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the India dry cleaning services industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.