The European import of paper sacks and bags reveals that France leads with 183.59 million kilograms in 2023, followed by Germany and the United Kingdom. Significant growth was seen in Greece (12.23%), Croatia (19.74%), and Malta (13.37%) indicating a potential shift in market demands. Meanwhile, Luxembourg decreased by 7.38% and Slovakia by 6.49%. Hungary and Sweden also showed notable year-on-year increases of 8.75% and 6.64%, respectively. These variations suggest differing degrees of recovery and demand across countries, with Eastern European markets, notably Croatia, showing strong growth.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in sustainable packaging demand, driving higher imports in environmentally conscious markets. The effects of evolving trade policies and market recovery post-COVID-19 also remain to be closely monitored. Additionally, technological advancements in biodegradable materials may influence future import volumes and values.
Top countries in Import of Paper Sacks and Bags by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 183,590,000 | 2023 | +2.71% | +3.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 162,980,000 | 2023 | +4.33% | +4.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 94,069,000 | 2023 | +1.95% | +5.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 71,924,000 | 2023 | +4.47% | +5.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 59,178,000 | 2023 | +0.76% | +2.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 51,427,000 | 2023 | +9.42% | +2.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 43,942,000 | 2023 | +5.25% | +4.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 40,462,000 | 2023 | +2.03% | +5.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 29,813,000 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 29,246,000 | 2023 | +3.29% | +6.64% | View data |
