Trading Statement

Swallowfield PLC
20 April 2005

                                 Swallowfield plc

                                  Trading update


In the last two weeks we have experienced an unexpected and significant number
of cancellations and reductions in call-offs from major customers.  This is
consistent with the very recent trading updates from a number of major high
street retailers and the increasing acknowledgement of a general weakness in
consumer confidence and spending.


This short-term situation is now expected to continue throughout April and May,
whilst June and July onwards continues to look busy.  In order to ensure that we
can meet our longer-term commitments, we have maintained our manufacturing
workforce in readiness and have shouldered the short-term cost.  We expect the
combination of these factors to have a considerable impact on our full year
results.


We believe that the current situation does not materially alter our policies or
long-term strategic aims.  The strong business position we enjoy in toiletries
and cosmetics is underpinned by the 3-year contract with PZ Cussons UK that we
confirmed on 29 March.  Against this background, we are continuing to review
possible acquisitions with a view to increasing market share in our core
business.


Notes to editors:

Swallowfield formulates, manufactures and packages fine quality household goods,
toiletries and cosmetics across the whole spectrum of consumer markets for own
label and brand names.

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