In 2024, Germany leads the European export of pickling preparations for metal surfaces, accounting for 35.3% of the share. Poland and Spain follow with 19.9% and 17.35%, respectively. Spain exhibited a significant 50.63% increase in exports from the previous year, whereas Germany experienced an 8.41% decline. Conversely, Finland's exports rose by 43.87%, marking a substantial growth. While countries like France and Denmark faced severe declines in their export volumes, Latvia showed a promising increase. Interestingly, the markets of smaller nations, including Cyprus, remained relatively stable.
Future trends to watch include potential continued growth in Spain's export market share if recent trends persist. Germany's strategic global market positioning will be crucial to watch for a return to export growth. Moreover, innovation in metal surface preparations should drive shifts in country shares, enhancing competitiveness. Additionally, valuable opportunities might arise in smaller or less stable markets through targeted investments and policy shifts in the European Union's environmental landscape.
Top countries in Export of Pickling Preparations for Metal Surfaces Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 35.3 | 2023 | -7.46% | -8.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 19.9 | 2023 | +1.29% | +0.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 17.35 | 2023 | +9.6% | +50.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czechia | 15.11 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Italy | 12.6 | 2023 | +6.77% | -3.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 2.31 | 2023 | +70.89% | +43.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 2.27 | 2023 | +6.53% | +0.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1.71 | 2023 | -18.25% | -11.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 1.66 | 2023 | -4.77% | -7.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 1.66 | 2023 | +6.39% | +9.86% | View data |
