In 2023, Germany was the largest European importer of sugar confectionery not containing cocoa, with imports totaling 209.1 million kilograms, marking a 2.11% year-on-year increase. The United Kingdom followed closely with a value of 202.77 million kilograms and a 2.56% rise. The Netherlands and France saw modest growths of 0.5% and 1.98%, respectively. Meanwhile, Denmark and Finland experienced significant increases of 3.84% and 3.95%. However, Ireland faced a decline of 4.02%. Over the last five years, Europe's average annual import growth remained stable, reflecting consistent demand patterns for these sweet treats.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in Eastern Europe, exemplified by Lithuania's 6.6% increase, driven by rising consumer demand.
- A potential resurgence in Ireland's imports if market conditions stabilize.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards healthier alternatives, which may influence import volumes.
- Impact of regulatory changes on import levels, particularly in markets like the UK post-Brexit.
Top countries in Import of Sugar Confectionery Not Containing Cocoa by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 209,100,000 | 2023 | +2.01% | +2.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 202,770,000 | 2023 | +1.72% | +2.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 128,290,000 | 2023 | +1.04% | +0.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 118,560,000 | 2023 | +1.46% | +1.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 114,070,000 | 2023 | +8.6% | +1.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 79,999,000 | 2023 | +2.92% | +2.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 78,386,000 | 2023 | +3.01% | +2.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 46,231,000 | 2023 | +5.48% | +0.78% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 46,114,000 | 2023 | +7.1% | +1.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 39,773,000 | 2023 | +3.66% | +3.84% | View data |
