In 2023, Germany led European wrapping paper imports from non-EU countries at over 27 thousand metric tons, recording a 3.98% year-on-year increase. Italy, the second-largest importer, showed a decline of 2.81%, while Portugal surged significantly with a 28.78% increase. The United Kingdom experienced a notable decrease of 13.43%. Other countries like the Czech Republic and Croatia exhibited moderate increases, while Belgium and Hungary saw declines by over 10%. It's crucial to observe the trends in smaller markets such as Norway, which grew by 12.2%, contrasting with Cyprus and Malta, which faced significant reductions.
Future trends to watch include Germany strengthening its import volumes, possibly influenced by advanced logistics and demand. Portugal’s recent substantial growth indicates increasing market potential. Meanwhile, the UK's decrease suggests a need to assess trade strategies or market conditions affecting imports. Monitoring technological advancements, environmental regulations, and changes in market demands will be key to understanding future shifts in the wrapping paper market.
Top countries in Wrapping Papers Imports from Non-EU Countries Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 27.55 | 2023 | +1.67% | +3.98% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 22.23 | 2023 | -1.84% | -2.81% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 7.52 | 2023 | +4.23% | +3.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 7.15 | 2023 | +9.62% | +0.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 5.29 | 2023 | +6.55% | +28.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 4.52 | 2023 | -7.83% | +1.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 3.44 | 2023 | -7.61% | +1.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 3.03 | 2023 | -3.7% | +7.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 2.89 | 2023 | +3% | +0.097% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 2.89 | 2023 | +27.21% | +0.28% | View data |
