The United Kingdom leads in European imports of graphic paper and paperboard with mechanical fibers not exceeding 10% and weighing at least 150 g/m², with Germany and Italy closely following. Italy exhibited the highest year-on-year growth in 2023, while France experienced a significant decline. Smaller markets like Malta showed substantial growth. Countries including Estonia and Slovenia had noteworthy increases, whereas Finland and Greece faced reductions. Over the past five years, we've seen fluctuating trends with varying growth rates across different countries, indicating a dynamic and evolving market landscape.
Future trends to watch encompass potential shifts in import habits as European markets continually adapt to digitalization, increasing environmental concerns, and potential changes in trade regulations. Countries focusing on sustainable practices might see shifts in supplier geographic distributions, while economic factors may further influence demand fluctuance and strategic import sourcing.
Top countries in Import of Graphic Paper and Paperboard with Mechanical Fibres Not Exceeding 10% and Weighing at Least 150 g/m² by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 85,706,000 | 2023 | +1.52% | +2.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 74,865,000 | 2023 | +5.2% | +0.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 74,705,000 | 2023 | +4.07% | +4.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 26,594,000 | 2023 | -5.8% | -7.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 23,285,000 | 2023 | +6.92% | -1.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 19,036,000 | 2023 | +1.92% | +1.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 18,143,000 | 2023 | -2.39% | +0.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 16,719,000 | 2023 | +3.75% | +1.1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 13,204,000 | 2023 | +4.87% | +6.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 7,961,200 | 2023 |
