The European plastics waste import landscape in 2023 reveals Germany as the leading importer, followed closely by Spain, Belgium, and France. Notably, Ireland and Poland exhibited significant growth rates of 9.93% and 36.4%, respectively. Conversely, the Netherlands and Sweden faced declines. The five-year CAGR highlights robust growth for countries with strategic recycling investments, like Austria and Malta.
Future trends to watch include the shift towards sustainable practices, impacting import demands. Expect increased imports driven by recycling advancements and policy regulations aiming to manage plastic waste efficiently. Monitoring Poland and Ireland for ongoing growth will be pivotal, alongside the implications of EU environmental policies.
Top countries in Plastics Waste Extra-EU28 Imports Share by Country (Thousand Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 15.37 | 2023 | +2.6% | +4.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 12.76 | 2023 | +5.39% | +8.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 11.97 | 2023 | +1.27% | +3.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 11.92 | 2023 | +3.69% | +4.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 7.01 | 2023 | +2.43% | +2.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 6.93 | 2023 | +3.86% | +9.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 5.33 | 2023 | +1.32% | -1.35% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 4.21 | 2023 | +6.54% | +3.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.83 | 2023 | +1.18% | +3.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 3.23 | 2023 | +0.23% | -0.14% | View data |
