In 2023, France led the European import market for silk shawls and scarves with a 32.52% share, followed by Italy at 23.19% and Germany at 8.31%. While key markets like Germany and the UK faced declines of over 11%, Belgium and Ireland noted slight increases. Notably, smaller markets such as Lithuania and Estonia experienced positive growth, while Slovenia plummeted by 52.41%.
Future trends to watch include shifts in trade policies post-Brexit influencing the UK's market and sustainability trends pushing for ethical sourcing and manufacturing of silk products, potentially impacting import patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Shawls, Scarves, Mufflers, Mantillas, Veils and the Like of Silk or Silk Waste Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 32.52 | 2023 | +3.24% | -1.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 23.19 | 2023 | +5.79% | -0.062% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 8.31 | 2023 | -25.37% | -13.35% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 6.43 | 2023 | +3.88% | +1.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.24 | 2023 | -16% | -11.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.44 | 2023 | -4.54% | -7.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.35 | 2023 | -12.75% | -9.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 2.15 | 2023 | -11.91% | -11.06% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 1.89 | 2023 | -2.36% | -3.24% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1.75 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.73% | View data |
