The European import of methanol saw Netherlands as the leading importer with a 24.52% share in 2023, followed by Germany at 15.21% and Belgium at 10.7%. Noteworthy year-on-year variations included a significant increase in Belgium's share by 6.97% and Romania's by 6.64%, while the United Kingdom experienced a decline of 4.67%, and Italy a decline of 2.62%. Over the last five years, countries like Lithuania and Luxembourg showed strong growth while Malta and Croatia depicted notable declines.
Future trends to watch for the European import of methanol include:
- Potential increase in imports by countries showing steady growth such as Belgium and Poland.
- Monitoring the impact of declining trends in key importers like the United Kingdom and Spain.
- Assessment of policy changes impacting methanol import tariffs and regulations.
- Technological advancements in methanol production and its demand across various industries.
Top countries in Import of Methanol Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 24.52 | 2023 | +10.17% | +0.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 15.21 | 2023 | +2.09% | +1.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 10.7 | 2023 | +2.62% | +6.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.47 | 2023 | +3.19% | +0.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.59 | 2023 | -1.18% | -4.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 5.95 | 2023 | -0.069% | -1.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5.74 | 2023 | -1.06% | -2.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 4.97 | 2023 | +2.58% | -2.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 3.45 | 2023 | +4.7% | +3.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.29 | 2023 | +3.74% | -1.24% | View data |