In 2023, Italy led the European import market of solid refined white cane or beet sugar, showing a 2.39% year-over-year growth. Spain and Belgium experienced decreases of 0.14% and 4.45%, respectively. Germany's imports slightly declined by 0.091%, while the UK saw a minor 0.56% increase. Austria experienced a significant 12.94% rise, contrasting with the Netherlands, which decreased by 6.48%. Portugal, Finland, and Estonia also faced declines, whereas countries like Poland (3.17% growth) and Ireland (6.23%) demonstrated resilience. Notably, Sweden had a remarkable 16.72% increase, contrasting the broader European trend of moderate to declining growth rates.
Future trends to watch include increasing import diversifications due to robust growth in countries like Austria and Ireland. The rise in Sweden's imports suggests potential new market dynamics, possibly driven by demand shifts or tariff changes. Monitoring EU policies on sugar imports and agricultural shifts could further influence these trends and redefine the competitive landscape across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Solid Refined White Cane or Beet Sugar by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 1,352,200,000 | 2023 | +7.12% | +2.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 834,850,000 | 2023 | +2.96% | -0.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 649,630,000 | 2023 | +3.18% | -4.45% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 500,620,000 | 2023 | +3.19% | +0.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 485,740,000 | 2023 | +3.89% | -0.091% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 378,150,000 | 2023 | +4.94% | +2.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 309,260,000 | 2023 | +1.69% | -1.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 257,870,000 | 2023 | +1.7% | +12.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 247,390,000 | 2023 | +8.21% | -6.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 239,780,000 | 2023 | -1.23% | -0.82% | View data |
