In 2023, France led European imports of refractory cements with 327.32 million kilograms, increasing by 4.62% from the previous year. Belgium and Austria showed significant growth, at 5.5% and 8.18%, respectively, whereas Germany’s imports declined by 1.23%. Notable growth was also observed in countries like the Netherlands (7.41%) and Spain (7.26%), while Denmark faced the largest decrease at -18.56%. Overall, the Central and Eastern European region showed resilience, with countries like Croatia and Cyprus experiencing double-digit growth rates of 13.53% and 13.24% respectively.
Looking ahead to 2024, Europe’s import landscape for refractory cements is likely to be influenced by industrial demand and sustainability trends. Countries with robust constructions and infrastructure development plans, like France and Austria, are likely to sustain high import levels. Watch for sustainability-driven changes, as the industry adjusts to lower CO2 emissions, potentially shifting demand for alternative products.
Top countries in Import of Refractory Cements, Mortars, Concretes and Similar Compositions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 327,320,000 | 2023 | +1.83% | +4.62% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 172,580,000 | 2023 | +8.4% | +5.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 143,030,000 | 2023 | -0.082% | -1.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 138,070,000 | 2023 | +3.37% | +8.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Luxembourg | 121,600,000 | 2023 | -0.52% | -3.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 103,570,000 | 2023 | +6.43% | -1.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 93,425,000 | 2023 | +2.98% | +0.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 89,960,000 | 2023 | +3.85% | +4.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 73,644,000 | 2023 | +1.92% | +7.41% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 69,146,000 | 2023 | +1.12% | +0.75% | View data |
