In 2023, Austria led European dissolving grades wood pulp production with 427.47 thousand metric tons, while Portugal, Poland, Hungary, and the Czech Republic followed with significantly lower outputs. The production decreased across all countries from the previous year, with the sharpest decline observed in Poland at 5.88% and Portugal at 2.18%. Austria and the Czech Republic experienced minor contractions of 1.27% and 1.19%, respectively.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch include:
- Potential recovery in production outputs as markets stabilize post-2023 downturns.
- Increasing focus on sustainable practices and eco-friendly product innovations within the industry.
- Potential shifts in production dynamics due to geopolitical changes or advancements in production technology.
Top countries in Dissolving Grades Wood Pulp Production by Country
| # | 5 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Austria | 427.47 | 2023 | +1.99% | -1.27% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 95.4 | 2023 | -0.62% | -2.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 58.19 | 2023 | -0.086% | -5.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 56.88 | 2021 | +11.01% | +20.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 4.7 | 2023 | +5.86% | -1.19% | View data |
