Based on 2023 figures, Italy leads European imports of cationic organic surface-active agents with a 14.8% share. Belgium follows closely with 12.39%, while Hungary and Poland contribute 10.91% and 8.99%, respectively. Notably, the United Kingdom recorded a decline of 13.76% in 2023, highlighting shifting dynamics. Germany, although a major economy, holds a modest 7.13% share.
Projected trends in 2024 should monitor Austria's significant 32.71% increase, indicating potential growth. However, substantial declines in countries like Portugal (-41.37%) and Finland (-18.74%) suggest possible market contractions. Overall, careful attention to economic conditions, regulatory changes, and market demands will be crucial for anticipating distribution patterns in Europe's surface-active agents imports.
Top countries in Import of Cationic Organic Surface-Active Agents Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 14.8 | 2023 | +3% | +1.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 12.39 | 2023 | +9.48% | +7.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 10.91 | 2023 | +2.07% | +2.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 8.99 | 2023 | -0.45% | +2.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.5 | 2023 | -2.38% | +5.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 8.18 | 2023 | -9.33% | -13.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 7.13 | 2023 | +1.41% | -4.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 5.18 | 2023 | +5.24% | +6.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 5.01 | 2023 | -2.5% | -6.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 3.53 | 2023 | +0.68% | -0.92% | View data |
