In 2023, Germany led the intra-EU28 imports of copper, aluminium, and nickel waste, valued at 3.4527 billion euros, showing a growth of 1.91% from the previous year. Italy, following Germany, displayed a slight decrease of 0.19%. Fastest-growing were Slovenia and Bulgaria at 2.86% and 2.63% respectively, while Croatia saw a significant decline of 11.64%. The overall variations reveal a mixed performance across countries, with a core focus on industrial economies investing in recycling metals.
The future of European copper, aluminium, and nickel waste imports is inclined towards sustainability and circular economy initiatives. Countries with established recycling infrastructures like Germany and Italy are expected to drive changes, while emerging waste handlers like Slovenia may benefit from technological advancements and policy incentives fostering eco-friendly practices.
Top countries in Copper, Aluminium and Nickel Waste Intra-EU28 Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 3,452,700 | 2023 | +2.32% | +1.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 1,302,700 | 2023 | +2.17% | -0.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 977,000 | 2023 | +0.66% | +0.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 731,470 | 2023 | +1.79% | +0.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 730,870 | 2023 | +3.39% | +1.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 505,200 | 2023 | +2.02% | +1.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 495,390 | 2023 | +0.045% | -1.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 474,890 | 2023 | -0.031% | -2.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 308,480 | 2023 | +0.29% | +0.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 283,020 | 2023 | +1.15% | -1.42% | View data |
