The European import of non-crude non-virgin olive oil saw significant changes in 2023. Italy remains the leading importer, albeit with a decline of 6.02% year-on-year. The United Kingdom and Portugal dramatically increased their imports by 32.69% and 26.94%, respectively. Spain and other countries like the Netherlands and Greece experienced moderate growth. Some Eastern European countries, including Poland and Latvia, witnessed minor upticks, whereas Austria and Bulgaria faced substantial declines. Over the past five years, the market has shown consistent annual growth in several countries, indicating a growing preference for olive oil in Europe.
Future trends to watch include the impact of potential economic shifts, consumer preferences for healthier oils, and sustainability trends that may influence production and import patterns. Additionally, fluctuations in the olive harvest and climatic changes could affect imports, with countries like Ireland, which showed robust growth, continuing to expand their market share.
Top countries in Import of Non-Crude Non-Virgin Olive Oil by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 16,603,000 | 2023 | +2.6% | -6.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 15,844,000 | 2023 | +6% | +32.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 14,086,000 | 2023 | +1.06% | +26.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 9,514,100 | 2023 | +6.64% | +8.6% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6,102,700 | 2023 | +24.81% | +5.8% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 4,699,900 | 2023 | +6.03% | +11.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 3,244,400 | 2023 | +4.48% | +3.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 2,277,600 | 2023 | +1.04% | +1.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 1,449,900 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Romania | 1,022,100 | 2023 | -2.67% | -3.57% | View data |
