In 2023, Italy led the European import of yarn of polyester staple fibres mixed with artificial fibres, though it experienced a notable decline of -13.22% from the previous year. Germany, Romania, and Portugal followed, displaying smaller variations in import values. Slovenia saw a remarkable increase of 42.37%, indicating significant growth potential. Conversely, France and the United Kingdom registered substantial decreases of -31.02% and -23.78%, respectively, suggesting potential market challenges or shifts in trade dynamics. Smaller markets such as Greece saw moderate growth with a 10.87% increase, while Denmark's imports rose by 24.22%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Possible stabilization or further increases in Slovenia’s imports if current growth trends continue.
- Further declines or stabilization in Italian imports as the market adjusts post-2023 downturn.
- Potential shifts in trading patterns with increased diversification in sourcing, particularly in Western Europe like France and the UK, which registered high import declines.
- Monitoring economic and trade policies that may influence demand and supply dynamics in countries with significant textile industries, such as Germany and Italy.
Top countries in Import of Yarn of Polyester Staple Fibres Mixed with Artificial Fibres Containing at Most 85% by Weight of Such Fibres by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,361,300 | 2023 | -9.2% | -13.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,075,600 | 2023 | +0.47% | -1.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 828,050 | 2023 | -4.61% | -3.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 712,470 | 2023 | +8.42% | -4.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 664,670 | 2023 | +7.16% | +42.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 596,070 | 2023 | +4.53% | +4.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 592,960 | 2023 | -10.22% | -6.55% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 294,030 | 2021 | -26.37% | -21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 253,820 | 2023 | -66.46% | -31.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 245,280 | 2023 | +5.44% | -1.89% | View data |
