The European export of flax woven fabrics largely favored Italy in 2023, contributing nearly 40% to the region's exports. Countries like Slovakia and the Netherlands held significant shares, though they experienced declines from the previous year. In contrast, Slovenia and Finland marked impressive gains, suggesting a rising focus on flax fabrics. Smaller nations like Luxembourg had almost negligible output, and a complete cessation was noted in Spain and Germany.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in Slovenia and Finland, given their strong recent performance. Monitoring Italy's ability to maintain dominance and the recovery trajectory of Germany and Spain will also be crucial.
Top countries in Export of Flax Woven Fabrics Containing at Least 85% by Weight of Flax Share by Country (Square Meters)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 39.95 | 2023 | -0.38% | +34.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovakia | 11.28 | 2023 | +2.89% | -21.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 9.93 | 2023 | +7.04% | -5.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 9.3 | 2023 | +2.28% | +1.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 8.42 | 2023 | +7.1% | +55.35% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 7.09 | 2023 | -10.22% | -8.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 6.99 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 4.44 | 2023 | -0.94% | +10.92% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 3.25 | 2023 | -4.1% | -14.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 3.18 | 2023 | -2.12% | -0.29% | View data |
