In 2023, Germany led European imports of lead, zinc, and tin with an 18.75% share, despite a slight year-on-year decline of 0.18%. Czechia, the Netherlands, and Belgium followed closely. Significant gains were observed in countries like Lithuania and Estonia with increases of 12.77% and 7.44% respectively. Notably, major declines were seen in Ireland, Hungary, and Italy. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) varied, highlighting the region's evolving market dynamics.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts due to economic changes, technological advancements in recycling, and regulatory impacts on import preferences. Observing countries with recent growth and declines might reveal further insights into broader market shifts.
Top countries in Import of Lead, Zinc and Tin Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 18.75 | 2023 | +0.45% | -0.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czechia | 12.4 | 2023 | |||
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 10.95 | 2023 | +4.06% | +3.15% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 10.19 | 2023 | +1.62% | +1.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8.21 | 2023 | +1.84% | -1.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 7.81 | 2023 | +4.57% | +0.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 7.2 | 2023 | -0.99% | -0.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 5.25 | 2023 | +2.5% | +1.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 4.68 | 2023 | +4.41% | -0.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 4.54 | 2023 | +2.77% | +2.52% | View data |
