The European import of man-made fibres in kilograms is dominated by Germany, Italy, and Spain, which hold the top three positions in market share. Germany saw a slight decrease in its import share by 1.08% in 2023, contrasting with Italy's modest gain of 0.16%. Meanwhile, Poland and Romania showed significant growth, increasing by 2.41% and 1.81% respectively. Emerging markets like Bulgaria and Lithuania displayed the highest positive trends among smaller importers, indicating potential growth areas. Countries like Cyprus and Sweden experienced noticeable declines, suggesting a shift in their import demands.
Future trends to watch include the growing interest and innovation in sustainable materials and how these impact man-made fibre imports. Geopolitical shifts and trade agreements could also influence the distribution of market shares among European countries. Increased environmental regulations may drive changes in import compositions while technological advancements in fibre production may alter overall import trends over the coming years.
Top countries in Import of Man-Made Fibres Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 16.63 | 2023 | +1.34% | -1.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13.53 | 2023 | +3.96% | +0.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 9.19 | 2023 | +1.28% | +1.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 7.97 | 2023 | +1.45% | +0.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 7.64 | 2023 | +4.44% | +0.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 7.37 | 2023 | +2.75% | +2.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 6.97 | 2023 | +4.49% | +0.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 6.07 | 2023 | +2.58% | +1.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 4.57 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Romania | 3.38 | 2023 | +3.01% | +1.81% | View data |
