In 2023, Germany led European imports of polymers of vinyl acetate, capturing 14.04% of the market in kilograms. The Netherlands and Italy followed with values of 12.42% and 11.18%, respectively. Notable year-on-year growth was observed in Belgium and Romania with 4.05% and 4.59% increases, while Sweden and Slovakia experienced declines of 2.98% and 2.13%, respectively. Over the last five years, Ireland showed robust growth at an 8.29% CAGR, while Malta saw a significant drop of 4.13%.
Future trends suggest that demand for eco-friendly and bio-based polymers could reshape market dynamics. Monitoring technological advancements and regulatory changes will be crucial for understanding shifts in import patterns in primary forms of vinyl polymers across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Polymers of Vinyl Acetate or of Other Vinyl Esters and Other Vinyl Polymers, in Primary Forms Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 14.04 | 2023 | +3.96% | +1.48% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 12.42 | 2023 | +6.62% | +2.28% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.18 | 2023 | +1.26% | +2.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10.2 | 2023 | +1.27% | +0.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 10.19 | 2023 | +1.25% | +4.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.59 | 2023 | +2.38% | +2.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 6.26 | 2023 | +1.32% | +5.55% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 5.86 | 2023 | +1.32% | +0.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.54 | 2023 | +1.21% | +1.79% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 2.78 | 2023 | +2.87% | +4.59% | View data |
