In 2023, Germany led European imports of polymethyl methacrylate in primary forms, although facing a slight decline. Spain and Italy followed, with Spain experiencing growth. Bulgaria exhibited significant import increase, while others like the Netherlands and France saw declines. Positive trends were noted in countries like Austria, Slovakia, Portugal, and Finland, with Slovakia showing the highest relative growth. Conversely, Luxembourg and Ireland faced the steepest declines. Over five years, the import landscape shows diverse growth patterns across Europe with varying year-on-year changes.
Future trends to watch include the potential for emerging markets within Europe to increase their share of polymethyl methacrylate imports. Factors such as technological advancements, shifts in manufacturing bases, and eco-friendly initiatives may reshape this market's dynamics, with increased sustainability practices influencing production and import preferences.
Top countries in Import of Polymethyl Methacrylate in Primary Forms Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 12.45 | 2023 | -1.99% | -1.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.79 | 2023 | -0.2% | +1.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10.08 | 2023 | +0.23% | -0.62% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czechia | 8.72 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 6.72 | 2023 | +5.5% | +18.86% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.38 | 2023 | -1% | -1.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 6.12 | 2023 | +2.13% | -2.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 6.04 | 2023 | +1.68% | -4.01% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 5.43 | 2023 | +2.77% | +5.08% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 5.38 | 2023 | -1.27% | -4.99% | View data |
