In 2023, Germany led European sulphate wood pulp imports with 3.37 million metric tons but showed a decline of 5.18% year-on-year. Italy followed closely with 3.24 million metric tons, exhibiting a marginal decline of 0.61%. The Netherlands saw a notable growth of 6.76%, reaching 2.04 million metric tons. France and the UK faced declines, with France down by 3.72% and the UK by 3.76%. Smaller countries like Estonia and Lithuania experienced significant growths of 20.59% and 8.03% respectively. The five-year CAGR revealed mixed trends, with some countries maintaining more stable import levels than others.
Future trends to watch include the recovery of countries with declining imports and the growth trajectory of emerging importers like Estonia and Lithuania. Market dynamics such as the demand for sustainable pulp sources and geopolitical factors could influence these trends, potentially reshaping the European import landscape in the near future.
Top countries in Sulphate Wood Pulp Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 3,370 | 2023 | -3.36% | -5.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 3,240 | 2023 | -2.64% | -0.61% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 2,040 | 2023 | +6.99% | +6.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 1,520 | 2023 | -6.11% | -3.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1,210 | 2023 | -0.58% | +2.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1,180 | 2023 | +5.25% | +2.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 807.35 | 2023 | +3.17% | -3.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 428.72 | 2023 | -3.46% | -5.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 340.95 | 2023 | +0.097% | +0.91% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 238.38 | 2023 | +6.9% | +0.66% | View data |
