In 2023, Slovakia dominated European imports of iron or steel flexible tubing, representing 17.11%, largely due to vigorous growth of 34.18% from the previous year. Germany, France, and Spain followed, with Germany showing a slight decrease of 0.96%. Trends reflect moderate growth in Eastern European countries like Romania and Poland. Smaller countries, such as Slovenia and Malta, exhibited strong growth, while Cyprus saw a significant decline of 24.57%. Overall, many of the Western European nations like Italy and France showed slight declines, hinting at market stability or shifts in supply chains.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in eastern European nations, driven by industrial development and investment. Meanwhile, Western European countries might see a plateau or further decrease in import share as they potentially boost domestic production capabilities or diversify supply chains to mitigate risk. Additionally, geopolitical factors and EU trade policies may further influence these trends.
Top countries in Import of Iron or Steel Flexible Tubing Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovakia | 17.11 | 2023 | +2.9% | +34.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 12.95 | 2023 | +4.74% | -0.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 10.73 | 2023 | +2.45% | -3.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 10.11 | 2023 | +4.76% | +0.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.63 | 2023 | +3.45% | +4.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 6.88 | 2023 | +5.79% | -3.32% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 4.83 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 4.5 | 2023 | -2.19% | +0.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 4.08 | 2023 | +2.45% | +0.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 3.64 | 2023 | +2.19% | -0.076% | View data |
