In 2023, Germany remains the leading European importer of nuts, with a value of 626.12 thousand metric tons, experiencing a year-on-year increase of 5.24%. France follows with imports of 325.56 thousand metric tons and a growth rate of 4.37%. Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom also show significant import volumes, with Italy and the UK seeing growth rates of 4.53% and 5.68% respectively. Notably, Poland and Romania stand out with increases of 4.82% and 9.22%. While most countries see positive growth, Belgium and Luxembourg witness a decline in imports, with rates of -1.85% and -6.23% respectively.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential saturation in countries like Germany and France, indicating a possible plateau in import volumes.
- Emerging markets in Eastern Europe, such as Romania and Serbia, which may become more significant players due to high growth rates.
- Monitoring shifts in import patterns due to potential changes in trade policies or economic conditions within the European Union.
Top countries in Nuts Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 626.12 | 2023 | +4.18% | +5.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 325.56 | 2023 | +2.18% | +4.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 306.8 | 2023 | +3.81% | +4.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 252.75 | 2023 | +2.53% | +2.04% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 224.87 | 2023 | +1.85% | +2.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 209.43 | 2023 | +2.54% | +5.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 80.16 | 2023 | +3.18% | +4.82% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 52.62 | 2023 | +1.89% | -1.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 51.91 | 2023 | +3.89% | +2.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 48.91 | 2023 | +0.66% | +0.71% | View data |