The European import market for paper and paperboard trays, dishes, plates, and cups saw the United Kingdom leading with 85.751 million kilograms, followed by France and Germany. Notable growth in 2023 included Italy and Hungary, with increases of 30.56% and 10.95% respectively. Moderate increases were observed in France, the Netherlands, and Greece. Conversely, Ireland and Luxembourg experienced minor decreases. In terms of historical growth, most countries displayed steady growth over the past five years, marked by moderate to high year-on-year variations exceeding 5% in major markets.
Future trends in European imports may focus on sustainability, with an increasing demand for environmentally friendly products. The market may also see shifts due to evolving EU regulations, consumer preferences, and advancements in material technology, encouraging countries with previously declining imports to potentially rebound. Watch for increasing imports in countries with emerging environmental policies promoting paper-based products.
Top countries in Import of Trays, Dishes, Plates, Cups and the Like of Paper or Paperboard by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 85,751,000 | 2023 | +4.85% | +9.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 70,472,000 | 2023 | +10.26% | +12.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 53,973,000 | 2023 | +7.73% | +3.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 47,443,000 | 2023 | +12.12% | +6.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 32,070,000 | 2023 | +15.4% | +30.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 26,944,000 | 2023 | +21.3% | +7.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 22,944,000 | 2023 | +8.79% | +9.98% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 15,537,000 | 2023 | +4.41% | +1.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 12,892,000 | 2023 | +7.73% | +9.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 8,966,800 | 2023 | +7.21% | -0.038% | View data |
