The 2023 data reflects a diverse landscape in European imports of solid raw cane or beet sugar. Spain leads, capturing a significant share at 22.94%, followed by the United Kingdom (16.45%) and Portugal (14.93%). There are notable year-on-year changes such as Bulgaria's remarkable 82.59% increase and Croatia's 73.42% rise, indicating substantial growth. Conversely, France experienced a significant decline by 23.22%, and Slovenia also saw a contraction of 31.76%, highlighting regional disparities in import trends.
Future trends to watch include Spain's maintained dominance in European imports, driven by demand. The United Kingdom may stabilize post-decline, while Croatia and Bulgaria's exceptional growth could focus on improving regional trade dynamics. Local supply restructuring and environmental regulations will define future patterns in the European sugar import market.
Top countries in Import of Solid Raw Cane or Beet Sugar Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 22.94 | 2023 | +13.53% | +13.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 16.45 | 2023 | -10.32% | -6.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 14.93 | 2023 | +0.19% | +0.044% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 14.48 | 2023 | +0.9% | +4.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 4.39 | 2023 | +11.14% | +5.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 3.72 | 2023 | +10.2% | +19.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 3.15 | 2023 | -2.92% | +73.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 2.88 | 2023 | +2.89% | +6.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2.54 | 2023 | -26.38% | +2.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 2.5 | 2023 | -2.77% | +14.91% | View data |
