In 2023, Spain led European imports of office or school supplies of plastic with a significant increase of 6.62%. Germany, France, and the UK experienced declines of 2.35%, 2.24%, and 3.62%, respectively. Austria showed robust growth at 10.79%, while Belgium and Estonia saw notable decreases. Over five years, moderate growth is evident with a varied Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR), reflecting market volatility.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Potential shifts in import shares due to environmental concerns and policy changes.
- Technological advancements in material science impacting plastic usage.
- Economic recovery post-pandemic influencing demand fluctuations.
- The impact of trade agreements on import dynamics within and outside Europe.
Top countries in Import of Office or School Supplies of Plastic Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 15.02 | 2023 | +5.74% | +6.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 13.53 | 2023 | -0.21% | -2.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.62 | 2023 | -1.83% | -2.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 10.95 | 2023 | +7.55% | +1.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 9.35 | 2023 | -3.01% | -3.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 6.47 | 2023 | +22.78% | +10.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 5.61 | 2023 | +7.31% | +1.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 4.35 | 2023 | -8.89% | -6.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3.95 | 2023 | +1.8% | +3.26% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.45 | 2023 | +6.3% | +0.8% | View data |
