In 2023, Italy led European production of citric acid and its salts and esters with 14.838 million kilograms, substantially outpacing other countries. The most significant year-on-year growth was seen in Spain and Italy, with Spain recording a 63.02% increase and Italy a 58.49% increase. Poland also experienced a notable rise of 49.76%, while other countries like France, Portugal, and smaller producers such as Estonia and Lithuania reported modest increases. The United Kingdom, Sweden, Denmark, Greece, and others showed stability with no change. The Czech Republic saw production completely halt, demonstrating a 100% decline.
Future trends to watch include Italy and Spain's leading production growth, signifying increased capacity or demand. Monitoring sustainability practices and technological advancements in production processes will be crucial for maintaining competitiveness. Additionally, trade policies, environmental regulations, and shifts in global demand may impact production dynamics in these countries.
Top countries in Production of Citric Acid and Its Salts and Esters by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 14,838,000 | 2023 | +53.83% | +58.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 5,399,200 | 2023 | +28.1% | +63.02% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 1,256,300 | 2023 | +46.19% | +49.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 696,400 | 2023 | +12.44% | +11.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 532,970 | 2023 | -27.45% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 124,260 | 2023 | -20.6% | +5.23% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 121,420 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 97,410 | 2023 | -36.13% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 73,640 | 2023 | +6.43% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 61,280 | 2023 | -13.95% | View data |
