In 2024, Germany holds the largest share of European salt and pure sodium chloride imports at 19.38%, despite a 4.39% decline from 2023. Belgium follows with 12.88%, showing a 2.21% increase. Hungary and Poland both exhibit growth in their import shares, at 1.87% and 3.79%, respectively. The UK, at 6.57%, experienced a slight decline of 0.54%. Notably, France, Sweden, and Italy faced significant reductions in their shares, at -10.86%, -4.27%, and -6.39%, respectively. On the other hand, countries like Spain (+15.85%), Romania (+13.43%), and Lithuania (+13.0%) showed remarkable increases.
Future trends to watch include the steady growth in Eastern European countries and fluctuations in larger economies like Germany and France. Pay attention to emerging economies like Romania and Malta, which are showing strong upward trends in their import shares.
Top countries in Import of Salt and Pure Sodium Chloride Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.38 | 2023 | -0.14% | -4.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 12.88 | 2023 | +5.34% | +2.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 7.25 | 2023 | +2.88% | +1.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.09 | 2023 | +3.12% | +3.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.57 | 2023 | +3.59% | -0.54% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czechia | 4.66 | 2021 | |||
| 7 | 7 France | 4.57 | 2023 | -4.25% | -10.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 4.26 | 2021 | -20.63% | +70.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 4.07 | 2023 | +1.7% | -4.27% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 3.53 | 2023 | -2.17% | -6.39% | View data |
