Germany dominates the European recovered fibre pulp imports with a substantial margin, and its imports grew by 5.78% in 2023. Italy and Sweden experienced significant increases, at 20.32% and 7.93%, respectively. Conversely, France and Finland saw notable declines, with reductions of 21.86% and 18.86%. The Netherlands and Bulgaria displayed remarkable growth rates, at 59.74% and 46.14%. While the UK, Poland, and Norway faced downturns in their import volumes, at -11.03%, -3.6%, and -0.11% respectively.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in Eastern European and Scandinavian countries, driven by demand for sustainable materials. Monitoring policy changes regarding recycling and environmental standards across the EU will be crucial, as they could significantly influence import patterns. Additionally, technological advancements in recycling and processing could alter the import landscape.
Top countries in Recovered Fibre Pulp Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 128.48 | 2023 | +3.61% | +5.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 19.32 | 2023 | +0.47% | +20.32% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 10.19 | 2023 | +9.45% | -3.6% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 9.99 | 2023 | +3.1% | +10.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 8.28 | 2023 | -2.93% | -0.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 7.6 | 2023 | +2.29% | +7.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 6 | 2023 | +0.84% | +6.55% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 3.95 | 2023 | +1.02% | -21.86% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 2.08 | 2023 | -2.35% | +59.74% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 1.94 | 2023 | -0.51% | -11.03% | View data |
