In 2023, Italy led European imports of polypropylene in primary forms with 1.1684 billion kilograms, reflecting a 2.94% year-on-year increase. Germany followed at 0.9779 billion kilograms with a modest 0.88% growth. Noteworthy expansions were seen in Belgium and Poland with 3.67% and 4.28% increases respectively. Portugal showed the strongest growth rate at 5.86%, while the UK experienced a decline of 0.98%. Smaller markets like Bulgaria and Croatia showed significant growth of 8.11% and 4.75% respectively. On average, the compound annual growth rate over the past five years has shown a steady climb.
Looking forward, several trends merit attention:
- Italy and Portugal are poised for continued leadership, likely driving overall growth.
- Market expansions in Eastern Europe could diversify the regional demand and supply dynamics.
- Shifts in trade policies and sustainability initiatives may alter import needs and practices across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Polypropylene in Primary Forms by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,168,400,000 | 2023 | +1.49% | +2.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 977,900,000 | 2023 | +0.69% | +0.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 846,290,000 | 2023 | +2.7% | +3.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 568,610,000 | 2023 | +3.56% | +4.28% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 472,370,000 | 2023 | +3.91% | +0.95% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czechia | 346,050,000 | 2023 | |||
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 338,980,000 | 2023 | +4.58% | +5.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 323,920,000 | 2023 | +1.99% | +0.074% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 312,150,000 | 2023 | +3.29% | +1.35% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 302,750,000 | 2023 | +0.44% | -0.98% | View data |
