As of 2023, Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands lead the European acetic acid import volume. While Belgium accounts for the highest share, it saw a minor decrease of 1.05% from the previous year. Germany decreased by 3.72%, and the Netherlands by 4.66%. Key increases include Finland (7.74%), Austria (16.72%), and Ireland (7.29%). Major downturns are noted in Italy (-9.71%), the UK (-8.46%), and Slovakia (-27.81%). Over five years, countries like Belgium and Germany maintained their prominence despite these variations.
Future Trends to Watch:
- Consider monitoring the growth in smaller markets like Austria and Finland given their recent upticks.
- Keep an eye on Italy and Slovakia to see if their substantial declines reverse or continue.
- Assess the impact of geopolitical and economic shifts, particularly on key players like Belgium and Germany.
Top countries in Import of Acetic Acid Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 50.75 | 2023 | +3.72% | -1.05% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 25.57 | 2023 | +0.48% | -3.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 5.91 | 2023 | +1.4% | -4.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 5.09 | 2023 | +3.77% | +3.32% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 3.25 | 2023 | -0.31% | -2.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 2.03 | 2023 | +5.02% | -5.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 1.67 | 2023 | +7.56% | -4.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 1.49 | 2023 | -5.61% | -9.71% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1.02 | 2023 | +1.41% | +0.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 0.78 | 2023 | -8.51% | -8.46% | View data |
