In 2020, Germany led the EU27 in paper and cardboard waste exports at 16.82%, followed closely by the Netherlands at 16.11% and France at 14.54%. Notably, significant year-on-year growth in 2023 was observed in Greece (18.61%) and Slovenia (7.66%), while Sweden and Cyprus experienced declines of -11.65% and -6.83%, respectively. Over the past five years, growth has been modest overall, but with notable fluctuations across countries.
Looking ahead, attention should be paid to sustainability trends, regulatory changes, and innovations in recycling technologies, as they will significantly impact the market dynamics and potentially shift intra-EU export shares in the coming years.
Top countries in Paper and Cardboard Waste Exports Intra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Thousand Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 16.82 | 2023 | +5.54% | +0.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 16.11 | 2023 | +6.35% | +3.87% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 14.54 | 2023 | +8.49% | -1.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 8.48 | 2023 | +8.43% | +1.97% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 7.62 | 2023 | +6.31% | +3.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 7.17 | 2023 | -0.092% | -2.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 3.96 | 2023 | +0.23% | -1.25% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 3.93 | 2023 | +14.69% | -1.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.76 | 2023 | +11.32% | +2.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.13 | 2023 | +10.93% | +3.16% | View data |
