The United Kingdom leads European production of natural or artificial abrasive powders or grains on a base, excluding those on woven textiles or paper, with 24.107 million square meters produced. In 2023, the production showed a slight decline of 0.35%. Italy follows with 13.493 million square meters, experiencing a positive growth rate of 4.4% year-on-year. Finland (6.4149 million) and Spain (4.4552 million) also saw growths of 3.12% and 13.43% respectively, indicating a robust demand possibly driven by industrial applications. Smaller producers like Portugal and Germany maintain niche market shares with steady production levels.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements driving efficiency in abrasive production, shifts in market demand for environmentally friendly materials, and potential impacts from regulatory changes. Additionally, the emerging markets in Eastern Europe could contribute to an increase in regional production capacity and competition.
Top countries in Sold Production of Natural or Artificial Abrasive Powder or Grain on a Base (Excluding on a Base of Woven Textile Only and on a Base of Paper or Paperboard Only) by Country
| # | 9 Countries | Square Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 24,107,000 | 2023 | +1.04% | -0.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13,493,000 | 2023 | +3.01% | +4.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 6,414,900 | 2023 | +3.31% | +3.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 4,455,200 | 2023 | -0.0034% | +13.43% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 3,683,100 | 2023 | +9.26% | +2.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 3,634,300 | 2021 | +24.53% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 24,380 | 2023 | +5.63% | +4.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 16,100 | 2023 | +5.27% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 4,070 | 2021 | -56.51% | +30.75% | View data |
