In 2023, Italy led European imports of Medium and High Density Fibreboard with 922.28 thousand cubic meters, followed closely by the United Kingdom with 904.08 thousand cubic meters. Germany, Belgium, and Poland also showed high import volumes. Notably, the United Kingdom experienced the highest year-on-year growth of 4.74%, while France and Sweden saw significant declines. Over the past five years, trends reveal steady growth for countries like the United Kingdom and Italy, whereas France has consistently decreased in import volumes.
Future trends to watch include increased demand in Eastern European markets like Lithuania and Hungary, potentially driven by the expansion in furniture production. Conversely, Western European countries may prioritize sustainable production practices, likely affecting import compositions regarding eco-friendly sources.
Top countries in Total Medium and High Density Fibreboard Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 922.28 | 2023 | -13.41% | +2.74% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 904.08 | 2023 | +3.23% | +4.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 578.41 | 2023 | +36.36% | +2.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 514.94 | 2023 | +24.9% | +2.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 481.96 | 2023 | +2.63% | -2.07% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 409.4 | 2023 | +0.2% | -2.41% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 390.7 | 2023 | -1.63% | +3.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 348.39 | 2023 | +0.94% | -7.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 263.23 | 2023 | +3% | -3.45% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 173.31 | 2023 | +8.75% | -0.05% | View data |
