In 2023, Germany led European imports of zinc materials, despite a slight decline of 0.97%. France and Austria showed positive growths of 3.05% and 1.89%, respectively, reflecting strong demands. Italy and Poland recorded similar increases, slightly above 2%. Conversely, Belgium and the United Kingdom witnessed decreases by 3.62% and 2.21%. Spain saw the largest drop in the top 10 with -8.1%. Despite a smaller share, Finland and Malta experienced significant growths of 19.72% and 21.63%, highlighting their emerging importance. The average annual growth over the past five years shows a mixed trend across the continent.
Future trends may involve shifting dynamics due to global supply chain adjustments, possible green energy initiatives affecting zinc demand, and economic recovery impacts. Monitoring how regulatory changes across the EU influence import patterns will be crucial for predicting upcoming shifts in this market segment.
Top countries in Import of Zinc Bars, Rods, Profiles, Wire, Plates, Sheets, Strip and Foil by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 45,406,000 | 2023 | -2.66% | -0.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 40,847,000 | 2023 | +1.93% | +3.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 18,094,000 | 2023 | +8.1% | +1.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 17,752,000 | 2023 | -0.49% | -3.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 14,663,000 | 2023 | +0.2% | +2.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 14,167,000 | 2023 | +1.49% | +2.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 8,608,400 | 2023 | +0.55% | -1.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 6,415,300 | 2023 | +0.28% | +5.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 5,631,500 | 2023 | +3.28% | -0.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 4,804,300 | 2023 | -1.52% | -2.21% | View data |
