In 2023, Germany led European imports of silicon, with a significant volume of 332.29 million kilograms, showing a year-on-year increase of 2.34%, followed by the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, which also experienced positive growth, at 1.69% and 1.3%, respectively. Italy saw a slight decline of 0.35%, while countries like Poland and Spain reported growth rates of 2.54% and 3.23%. Contrastingly, Austria faced a substantial decrease of 14.7%, and Latvia's import volume dropped by 17.29%.
Looking towards future trends, a noticeable divergence might emerge as countries with increasing import volumes continue to enhance their demands amid technological advancements and industrial growth, whereas those experiencing declines may face structural shifts or policy changes impacting silicon requirements. Monitoring these shifts will be crucial for stakeholders involved in European silicon trade.
Top countries in Import of Silicon by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 332,290,000 | 2023 | +2.29% | +2.34% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 141,800,000 | 2023 | +1.26% | +1.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 107,100,000 | 2023 | +1.28% | +1.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 43,940,000 | 2023 | +0.23% | -0.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 40,152,000 | 2023 | +3.58% | +2.54% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 29,302,000 | 2023 | +0.89% | +1.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 26,885,000 | 2023 | +4.25% | +3.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 21,819,000 | 2023 | +3.43% | +5.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 13,132,000 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 9,446,100 | 2023 | +1.42% | +2.02% | View data |
