In 2023, France led European non-metallic minerals imports with 49.16 million metric tons, while Macedonia and Cyprus ranked lowest. The Netherlands, Germany, and Belgium also accounted for significant import volumes. Romania and the Czech Republic exhibited double-digit growth rates, highlighting an upward trend. Conversely, Hungary and Spain experienced notable declines. The UK's imports rose by 2.48%, and Italy's increased by 3.94%.
Looking ahead, watch for:
- Shifts in economic policies impacting trade
- Technological advancements in resource extraction
- Geopolitical changes affecting supply chains
- Environmental policies influencing upcoming import volumes
Top countries in Non-Metallic Minerals Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 49,160 | 2023 | -0.089% | +0.045% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 46,360 | 2023 | +0.23% | +1.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 37,240 | 2023 | +1.77% | -2.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 35,580 | 2023 | +0.24% | +0.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 26,340 | 2023 | +2.39% | +2.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 22,380 | 2023 | +3.49% | +3.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 18,580 | 2023 | +11.83% | +0.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 15,250 | 2023 | +1.1% | -2.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 12,680 | 2023 | -0.65% | +3.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 12,190 | 2023 | -0.51% | -1.57% | View data |
