In 2023, France led European imports of cast-iron tube or pipe fittings in volume, followed closely by the United Kingdom and Belgium. Year-on-year variation highlighted mixed trends: notable increases were seen in Belgium (8.56%) and the UK (3.16%), while Spain experienced a sharp decline (-7.91%). Germany and Italy faced modest contractions, whereas Ireland showed growth (2.87%). Central and Eastern European countries like Romania and Hungary had minimal changes. Lithuania and Estonia displayed minor positive adjustments, counterbalancing declines in others such as Bulgaria and Slovakia.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in the UK and Belgium as they continue to show strong positive momentum. The sustainability and eco-friendly product demand may shift market dynamics, influencing countries with a significant production focus. Monitoring trade policies and economic conditions post-2023 will be essential to anticipate further shifts in import volumes.
Top countries in Import of Tube or Pipe Fittings, of Cast-Iron by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 28,766,000 | 2023 | +15.03% | +1.74% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 27,707,000 | 2023 | +2% | +3.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 20,524,000 | 2023 | +1.68% | +8.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 20,277,000 | 2023 | +10.2% | -1.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 19,443,000 | 2023 | +20.65% | +0.012% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 15,355,000 | 2023 | +2.71% | +0.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 15,024,000 | 2023 | +19.11% | -0.15% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 12,718,000 | 2023 | +14.34% | +2.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 12,332,000 | 2023 | +4.78% | -7.91% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 8,792,100 | 2023 | +14.14% | +1.55% | View data |
