The 2020 data reveals Germany as the leading importer of copper, aluminium, and nickel waste within the EU27, followed by Italy and Belgium. Notable growth between 2022 and 2023 is seen in Bulgaria (10.95%) and Ireland (42.07%), indicating dynamic changes in market behavior. Austria and Sweden also exhibited strong growth around 4.5%. Conversely, Lithuania, Denmark, and Croatia saw notable declines. The sector's 5-year compound annual growth rate illustrates moderate overall growth across the region, with specific fluctuations by country.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in import activity in Eastern Europe as infrastructure and industrial development accelerates. Additionally, sustainable recycling and waste management policies could impact trading dynamics, offering opportunities for growth in the intra-EU market.
Top countries in Copper, Aluminium and Nickel Waste Imports Intra-EU27 (2020) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 3,347,400 | 2023 | +6.14% | +3.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 1,131,800 | 2023 | +5.24% | -2.29% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 1,085,800 | 2023 | +4.99% | +4.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 887,500 | 2023 | +5.92% | +4.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 738,140 | 2023 | +5.18% | +1.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 525,190 | 2023 | +5.5% | +0.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 493,240 | 2023 | +8.48% | +0.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 493,160 | 2023 | +2.96% | +3.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 360,320 | 2023 | +8.49% | +4.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 292,290 | 2023 | +4.46% | -0.58% | View data |
