In 2023, Germany, Romania, and the Netherlands led European imports of woven fabrics of true hemp, ramie, or other vegetable textile fibers or paper yarn, occupying 13.02%, 12.66%, and 11.88% shares respectively. Over the past year, notable growth was observed in Italy and Portugal, registering year-on-year increases of 28.31% and 23.78%, while France faced a slight decline of 3.1%. In contrast, Austria and Luxembourg experienced significant drops of 23.57% and 58.12%. Over a five-year period, Malta shows remarkable growth potential with a 92.35% increase in the last reported year.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential continuation of growth in emerging markets such as Malta and Eastern European countries like Romania.
- Adjustments in countries with declining imports due to market shifts or disruptions, such as Austria and France.
- Increasing interest in sustainable and eco-friendly materials may drive growth in this sector as global environmental awareness rises.
Top countries in Import of Woven Fabrics of True Hemp, Ramie or Other Vegetable Textile Fibres or Paper Yarn Share by Country (Square Meters)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 13.02 | 2023 | +0.32% | +0.85% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 12.66 | 2023 | +5.82% | +9.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 11.88 | 2023 | +1.62% | +4.78% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 10.56 | 2021 | +211.28% | +25.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 10.29 | 2023 | +0.16% | +28.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czechia | 9.79 | 2021 | |||
| 7 | 7 France | 7.87 | 2023 | -2.63% | -3.1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 5.86 | 2023 | +12.31% | +23.78% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.11 | 2023 | -0.33% | +5.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 2.75 | 2023 | -9.04% | -0.45% | View data |
