In 2023, Germany dominated European imports of vulcanised cellular rubber articles for technical uses with significant volume growth at 23.24%. The Netherlands and Italy followed, showing growth of 11.13% and 5.75% respectively. Belgium experienced strong growth of 19.44%, while Denmark also saw a robust increase at 13.2%. In contrast, Spain and Greece faced declines, with Greece notably decreasing by 7.66%. Ireland's imports dropped by 12.52%, signaling a downward trend. Growth varied across smaller markets, with Malta and Cyprus experiencing double-digit growth. Luxembourg’s imports increased by 8.42%, a promising sign for smaller importers.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in larger markets like Germany and a potential recovery in countries with recent declines. Environmental policies could impact import strategies and sourcing decisions. The increasing digitization of supply chains and emphasis on sustainable materials are likely to shape the market in the coming years, impacting demand volumes and import structures across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Vulcanised Cellular Rubber Articles for Technical Uses by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 6,759,900 | 2023 | +9.38% | +23.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 3,965,200 | 2023 | +10.69% | +11.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 3,714,000 | 2023 | +1.86% | +5.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 2,666,700 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 2,345,200 | 2023 | +2.29% | +5.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 2,068,000 | 2023 | +1.01% | +19.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 1,993,200 | 2023 | +4.52% | +1.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1,953,500 | 2023 | +3.72% | -2.69% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 1,501,600 | 2023 | +7.51% | +13.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 986,790 | 2023 | +7.27% | +9.27% | View data |
