The United Kingdom leads sauce imports in Europe with 21.07% share, followed by Germany (14%), and France (13.74%). The fastest-growing markets in 2023 were Romania (6.91%), Belgium (6.0%), and Croatia (6.46%). Notably, Spain showed a minor decline of 0.19%. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rates suggest sustained expansion in Eastern European countries like Romania and Bulgaria.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Potential market shifts due to changes in consumption patterns or trade policies.
- Increasing demand for specialty or health-conscious sauce options.
- Expansion in Eastern Europe driven by economic growth and rising consumer incomes.
- Effects of Brexit on the UK’s import dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Sauces Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 21.07 | 2023 | +1.91% | +2.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 14 | 2023 | +2.13% | +4.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 13.74 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 10 | 2023 | +4.92% | +5.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 4.89 | 2023 | +2.25% | +6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 3.91 | 2023 | +3.05% | +2.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.71 | 2023 | +3.85% | +4.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3.66 | 2023 | +1.64% | -0.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 3.21 | 2023 | +2.22% | +4.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.33 | 2023 | +2.7% | +3.63% | View data |
