In 2023, the Czech Republic led European coal tar imports with 239.54 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, marking a 0.16% increase from the previous year. Belgium followed with 204.56 thousand tonnes but experienced a 1.88% decline. Hungary and Serbia saw substantial growth with increases of 66.3% and 85.56%, respectively. In contrast, Poland and Austria faced significant reductions, with Poland down by 11.69% and Austria by 0.25%. Italy remained steady with no change.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in energy policy, advancing technologies, and environmental considerations, which may alter import demands across European nations in the coal tar sector.
Top countries in Coal Tar Imports by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 239.54 | 2023 | +5.09% | +0.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 204.56 | 2023 | +2.85% | -1.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 11.55 | 2023 | +10.28% | +66.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 0.75 | 2023 | +4.87% | -11.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 0.28 | 2023 | +4.56% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 0.24 | 2023 | 0% | -0.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 0.088 | 2023 | +3.53% | +85.56% | View data |
