In 2023, Slovakia led European imports of blankets and travelling rugs excluding wool or fine animal hair and synthetic fibres, with a value of 17.006 million items. Other notable importers included the United Kingdom (6.2324 million), Czechia (5.4672 million), and Germany (5.2163 million). Variations reveal significant growth in the Netherlands (22.36%) and Denmark (20.51%), while Hungary (-11.06%) and Greece (-7.8%) experienced declines. Over a five-year period, imports have generally trended upward, notably in Slovakia and Ireland.
Future trends to watch include sustainable material innovations and potential shifts due to economic and geopolitical factors. As consumer preferences evolve, demand might increase for eco-friendly products, impacting import patterns and encouraging regional diversity in sourcing textiles.
Top countries in Import of Blankets and Travelling Rugs of Textile Materials Excluding Wool or Fine Animal Hair and Synthetic Fibres by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Items) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovakia | 17,006,000 | 2023 | +6.99% | +11.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 6,232,400 | 2023 | +0.57% | +3.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czechia | 5,467,200 | 2023 | |||
| 4 | 4 Germany | 5,216,300 | 2023 | +4.07% | +2.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 4,638,500 | 2023 | +4.31% | +22.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 2,556,500 | 2023 | +11.92% | +0.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 1,853,900 | 2023 | +13.31% | +20.51% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1,584,200 | 2023 | +10.75% | +3.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1,479,800 | 2023 | +7.19% | +6.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 1,388,400 | 2023 | -0.3% | -4.59% | View data |
