In 2023, Germany, Finland, and Sweden were the leading exporters of paper and paperboard to non-EU countries, measuring exports in Million Metric Tons. Germany’s exports exhibited a positive growth of 4.91% from the previous year, whereas Finland and France experienced declines of 5.46% and 5.43%, respectively. Notably, Poland showed remarkable growth, increasing its exports by 7.1%. Lesser contributors like Lithuania and Malta saw significant percentage increases, though from a lower base.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in demand influenced by sustainability initiatives and technological advancements in packaging. These may catalyze significant changes in production processes and export priorities across Europe. Additionally, ongoing economic and geopolitical conditions will likely affect trade dynamics and market access for European exporters.
Top countries in Paper and Paperboard Exports to Non-EU Countries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 3,640 | 2023 | +1.25% | +4.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 3,560 | 2023 | +5.4% | -5.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 3,220 | 2023 | +2.34% | +4.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 1,100 | 2023 | +15.35% | +0.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 1,020 | 2023 | +2.5% | -0.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 877.24 | 2023 | +17.96% | +7.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 870.36 | 2023 | +5.79% | +3.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 676.4 | 2023 | +1.95% | -5.43% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 541.71 | 2023 | +5.63% | -2.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 439.5 | 2022 | -7.34% | View data |
