In 2023, Germany emerged as the leading exporter of molasses in Europe, holding a dominant share, followed by Poland and France. Over the past year, notable growth was observed in Ireland and Italy, both exhibiting significant percentage increases. Conversely, Belgium, Netherlands, and Latvia experienced declines in their export shares, showcasing negative growth trends. Countries such as Finland and Hungary showed remarkable gains, although from smaller bases.
Future trends suggest a potential shift, with smaller countries like Finland and Ireland continuing to expand their exports, potentially driving diversification beyond traditional exporters like Germany and France. Monitoring technological advances in sugar extraction could further influence molasses production and export dynamics.
Top countries in Export of Molasses Obtained from the Extraction or Refining of Sugar Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 39.2 | 2023 | -8.62% | -1.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 17.88 | 2023 | +2.69% | +6.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.88 | 2023 | -1.66% | -3.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.15 | 2023 | -0.11% | -1.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 5.88 | 2023 | +30.32% | -7.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 4.09 | 2023 | -13.05% | +5.86% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.91 | 2023 | +3.18% | -8.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 3.07 | 2023 | +1.92% | +7.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 2.81 | 2023 | +5.04% | -0.052% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 1.84 | 2023 | +0.63% | +2.28% | View data |
