In 2023, Germany led the European imports of unwrought copper alloys, accounting for the largest share, followed by Italy and Czechia. Notably, the Netherlands demonstrated significant growth with a year-on-year increase of 14.57%, contrasting with marked declines in the United Kingdom and Ireland, with decreases of 12.52% and 12.61%, respectively. Luxembourg, despite its small share, showed remarkable growth with a 51.3% increase. Over the last five years, trends indicate that while major importers like Germany and Italy have experienced slight reductions, smaller countries like Cyprus have shown drastic fluctuations, though generally on a declining trend.
Future trends to watch involve potential geopolitical and economic shifts that could influence copper demand, including green technology proliferation and construction activities. Enhanced recycling initiatives may also impact the need for new imports. Furthermore, the recovery or decline in individual economies could shift current standings significantly, especially for countries like Luxembourg, which are experiencing substantial, albeit volatile, growth.
Top countries in Import of Unwrought Copper Alloys, Master Alloys of Copper Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 29.5 | 2023 | +0.33% | -3.59% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 18.9 | 2023 | +6.49% | -2.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czechia | 6.66 | 2023 | |||
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 5.5 | 2023 | +4.9% | +14.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4.55 | 2023 | -4.22% | -2.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 4.19 | 2023 | +0.44% | -2.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.19 | 2023 | -3.16% | -7.02% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 3.11 | 2023 | +3.57% | -2.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 3.02 | 2023 | +3.71% | -4.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 2.88 | 2023 | +3.78% | -0.26% | View data |
