In 2023, the United Kingdom dominated the European import of Articles of Asbestos-Cement with approximately 1.13 million kg, despite a decline of 9.15% from the previous year. Portugal experienced a substantial increase of 25.74%, reaching 0.24 million kg. Spain saw a notable 52.89% growth, although starting from a lower base of 0.025 million kg. Slovakia's imports dropped by 22.04%. Over the last five years, these trends suggest a decreasing reliance on United Kingdom imports, whereas Portugal and Spain show emerging increases.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of increasing health and environmental regulations on asbestos-related imports, which could further reduce volumes in some countries. Moreover, substitutes to asbestos-related products gaining popularity could influence import figures across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Articles of Asbestos-Cement of Cellulose Fibre-Cement or Similar Mixtures of Fibres and Cement or Other Hydraulic Binders, Containing Asbestos by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 1,131,200 | 2023 | -15.13% | -9.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 238,640 | 2023 | +2.23% | +25.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 25,000 | 2023 | +76.96% | +52.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 15,360 | 2021 | -64.14% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Luxembourg | 14,690 | 2021 | -92.33% | -33.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 11,380 | 2021 | -60.03% | +9.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 3,270 | 2021 | +939.05% | +61.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 1,910 | 2021 | -97.13% | -60.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 171.95 | 2023 | -11.11% | -22.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 50 | 2021 | -80.54% | -12.94% | View data |
