The current data demonstrates significant variation in the import volume of plastic tableware and kitchenware across various European countries. France remains the largest importer, while Germany and the United Kingdom closely follow. Among the notable changes from 2023, Denmark experienced an 8.69% growth, while Ireland faced a 9.8% decline. Croatia saw remarkable growth at 14.9%, and Greece observed a decline of 5.18%. Over the past five years, imports have shown varied growth rates, with countries like the Netherlands and Croatia experiencing significant year-on-year increases, highlighting diverse consumption patterns across Europe.
Future trends to watch include:
- How consumer behavior shifts towards eco-friendly alternatives might affect plastic imports.
- Potential regulatory changes in the European Union related to plastic use and importation.
- Impact of technological advancements in recycling which may alter demand for new plastic products.
- The influence of economic factors like inflation or trade policies on import volumes.
Top countries in Import of Tableware and Kitchenware of Plastic by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 106,830,000 | 2023 | +8.06% | -1.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 96,263,000 | 2023 | +0.65% | -1.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 91,516,000 | 2023 | +1.03% | +1.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 77,073,000 | 2023 | +2.96% | +2.78% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 50,266,000 | 2023 | +2.87% | +4.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 50,179,000 | 2023 | +1.4% | +1.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 46,296,000 | 2023 | +8.27% | -0.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 43,501,000 | 2023 | +9.38% | +8.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 31,223,000 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Poland | 23,785,000 | 2023 | +3.36% | +2.2% | View data |
