Germany leads the European import of wooden packing materials with a significant volume of 91.871 million kilograms in 2023, showing a modest year-on-year increase of 1.6%. The Netherlands, France, and Belgium follow, with the Netherlands experiencing a decline of 4.71% while France and Belgium saw increases of 2.23% and 3.33%, respectively. Notable growth was seen in Portugal (14.62%) and Denmark with a remarkable 23.77% increase. In contrast, Poland experienced a significant downturn with an 11.45% decrease. Various countries showed diverse growth rates, revealing a mixed trend across Europe.
Looking ahead, the European market for wooden packing materials may experience variability due to fluctuating demand and potential shifts toward more sustainable and alternative packaging solutions. Monitoring market trends, trade policies, and environmental regulations will be crucial in predicting future import dynamics by country.
Top countries in Import of Cases, Boxes, Crates, Drums and Similar Wooden Packings by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 91,871,000 | 2023 | +2.36% | +1.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 41,020,000 | 2023 | +3.87% | -4.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 36,635,000 | 2023 | +6.85% | +2.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 29,386,000 | 2023 | +0.69% | +3.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 20,641,000 | 2023 | +3.52% | -0.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czechia | 15,206,000 | 2023 | |||
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 13,084,000 | 2023 | +8.98% | +14.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 12,032,000 | 2023 | +4.1% | -0.44% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 8,784,400 | 2023 | +5.92% | +1.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 8,746,500 | 2023 | +1.79% | +2.24% | View data |
