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Since the Industrial Revolution when mass production quickened the pace of modern life, demand for consumer goods has grown exponentially.

Today, consumers throughout the Western are continually in the market for household products that help them save time, appliances that make life easier, or electronics that keep them organized or entertained.

Forecasters see no sign of demand slowing, as Russia, India and China scramble to meet demands from a new and rising middle class. Meanwhile, challenges for the global consumer goods industry in the future include addressing the 'hot' issue of sustainability in the face of limited resources and rising costs.

Around the Web, check out some of the best online sources for finding manufacturers, wholesalers and suppliers, along with consumer goods industry information resources and reports, related technology and job postings ...

More about the consumer goods industry around the Web:

Consumer Goods Industries - US Department of Commerce data library with industry reports on appliances, processed foods, sporting goods, toys, wine and related consumer goods, directory of consumer goods trade associations, schedule of related trade events.

Consumer Goods Technology - The latest industry news, white papers & reports, industry conference schedules, Web events, related job listings.

International Trade Directory - Consumer Goods - Comprehensive listings to manufacturers and suppliers in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Central and South America.

Thomas Register - The most comprehensive searchable source anywhere for consumer and industrial products and services within North America.

Wholesale Central Directory - U.S. listings of wholesalers nationwide with one minor drawback: it is searchable initially only by product. Advanced search by location becomes available after entering your search term on the main page.

Kelly Search - The UK's database of top manufacturers and suppliers.

Trade India.com - Comprehensive database of exporters & manufacturers with company information and contact details.

Profiles of Hong Kong Major Manufacturing Industries - Detailed overviews of consumer goods and related industries offering statistics, product and industry trends, informational Webcasts.

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