In 2023, Italy led European imports of sulphate wood pulp from non-EU countries with 28.94 thousand metric tons, seeing a slight increase. Germany and the Netherlands experienced modest declines, while Spain's imports increased. Slovenia and Romania reported significant growth, whereas Finland and Sweden saw notable declines. Norway showed substantial growth, while Latvia's imports surged by 100%. Some smaller markets like Cyprus and Bulgaria experienced significant decreases.
Future trends to watch include Italy's continued dominance, potential stability or recovery in Germany and the Netherlands, and whether emerging importers like Slovenia and Latvia maintain their momentum. Global economic conditions and policies impacting trade routes will be crucial factors.
Top countries in Sulphate Wood Pulp Imports from Non-EU Countries Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 28.94 | 2023 | +0.2% | +0.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 23.47 | 2023 | +2.86% | -1.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 13.06 | 2023 | +4.01% | -0.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10.27 | 2023 | -5.15% | -4.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 6.14 | 2023 | -0.42% | +0.92% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 3.7 | 2023 | +41.44% | -6.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 3.49 | 2023 | -4.62% | -1.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 2.91 | 2023 | +47.38% | -12.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 2.52 | 2023 | -1.16% | +1.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 1.36 | 2023 | +5.02% | +11.36% | View data |
