In 2023, Portugal led European exports of acrylic tow and staple, accounting for 75.44% of the market, slightly declining by 0.67%. Spain, despite holding the second position, experienced a significant drop of 17.03%. France grew by 19.7%, while Hungary's share increased slightly. The Netherlands showed promising growth at 16.22%, contrasting with the UK's notable decline. Meanwhile, smaller markets like Austria and Sweden exhibited robust increases. Overall, significant year-on-year percentage variations reveal a dynamic export landscape with fluctuating national contributions.
Future trends to monitor include potential shifts due to geopolitical factors, evolving sustainable textile demands, and innovations in production techniques that could impact the competitive positioning of these countries in the acrylic fiber market.
Top countries in Export of Acrylic Tow and Staple, Not Carded, Combed or Otherwise Processed for Spinning Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 75.44 | 2023 | +3.39% | -0.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 14.11 | 2023 | +24.92% | -17.03% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 4.9 | 2023 | +26.37% | +19.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 3.89 | 2023 | +1% | +1.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 3.53 | 2023 | +13.96% | +7.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 2.8 | 2023 | +4.84% | +16.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 0.72 | 2023 | -36.9% | -22.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 0.33 | 2023 | +3.52% | -1.54% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 0.3 | 2023 | -2.89% | -14.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.15 | 2023 | +3.69% | View data |
