In 2023, Germany remained the largest importer of cartonboard in Europe. Poland and Italy showed notable increases in imports. The UK and the Netherlands experienced declines, particularly Switzerland and Slovenia, with double-digit decreases. Most countries exhibited modest growth, with exceptions like Ireland and Cyprus, which posted higher increases. Several Eastern European countries like Romania and Estonia also saw 4%+ growth.
Future trends to watch include a potential rebound in countries that faced declines, such as Switzerland and Slovenia, and continued growth in Belgium and Poland. External factors like trade policies and economic fluctuations may also impact import patterns.
Top countries in Cartonboard Imports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.78 | 2023 | -2.58% | +0.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 13.42 | 2023 | +5.79% | +8.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.65 | 2023 | -6.07% | +3.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 9.55 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 8.68 | 2023 | +1.03% | -5.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.68 | 2023 | +0.031% | -2.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5.03 | 2023 | -20.95% | -7.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 4.77 | 2023 | -0.0029% | +8.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 2.95 | 2023 | +0.042% | +2.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.68 | 2023 | +2.25% | +2.37% | View data |
