In 2020, Germany led European copper, aluminium, and nickel waste exports to Extra-EU27 countries with a 26.23% share. Spain and the Netherlands followed with 12.33% and 10.69%, respectively. Italy and Belgium also contributed significantly, each reflecting over 8%. Smaller exporters included countries like Croatia, Malta, and Cyprus. From 2022 to 2023, notable fluctuations included a 31.81% rise in Portugal and a 6.7% increase in Slovenia. Conversely, the Netherlands saw a 5.27% decline.
Future trends to monitor include potential policy impacts on waste exports due to evolving EU environmental regulations. Additionally, the shifting global demand for metals might alter regional export dynamics, making these markets more volatile.
Top countries in Copper, Aluminium and Nickel Waste Exports Extra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Thousand Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 26.23 | 2023 | +5.06% | +1.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 12.33 | 2023 | +11.54% | +1.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 10.69 | 2023 | -3.75% | -5.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.24 | 2023 | +2.96% | +0.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 8.12 | 2023 | +3.87% | +6.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 8.02 | 2023 | +11.48% | +1.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 4.5 | 2023 | +4.73% | +1.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 4.07 | 2023 | +8.11% | +3.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 2.4 | 2023 | +7.23% | +0.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.28 | 2023 | +4.3% | +31.81% | View data |
