In 2023, Spain dominated European imports of natural cork, capturing a substantial market share, while Portugal, despite a dip, held the second position. France, Slovakia, and Germany maintained moderate shares with France experiencing a slight increase. Notably, Ireland and Estonia saw significant growth in cork imports. However, Romania, Latvia, and Slovenia registered notable declines. Over the past five years, trends reflect growth in smaller markets such as Croatia and Estonia, indicating increased diversification in sourcing by European countries.
Future trends to monitor include Spain's continued leadership and Portugal's stabilization efforts. Observing the potential growth in Eastern European countries like Slovakia and Poland could reveal emerging markets. Additionally, sustainability initiatives may impact sourcing decisions and volume fluctuations within European nations. As environmental concerns grow, these trends might contribute to the strategic dynamics in the cork import sector.
Top countries in Import of Natural Cork, Debacked or Roughly Squared or in Blocks, Plates, Sheets or Strip Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 59.6 | 2023 | +48.4% | +37.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 25.68 | 2023 | +9.46% | -0.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 3.14 | 2023 | -1.1% | +3.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 2.53 | 2023 | +2.78% | +7.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 1.56 | 2023 | +9.9% | +4.7% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 1.25 | 2023 | +9.33% | -0.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 0.82 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 Italy | 0.65 | 2023 | -24.13% | +1.05% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 0.43 | 2023 | +6.04% | +8.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 0.23 | 2023 | -2.16% | -4.98% | View data |
