The European import of hand towels showed varied trends across countries in 2023. Germany, at the top of the list with 144.95 million kilograms, saw a decline in import volume, while France and the United Kingdom experienced slight increases. Notably, the Netherlands had a significant growth rate of 12.82%. Other countries like Poland, Hungary, and Romania also showed positive year-on-year variations, with Malta observing the highest growth rate. In contrast, countries like Greece and Cyprus saw slight declines.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in sourcing due to evolving trade policies and sustainability demands, impacting import volumes as countries balance cost-efficiency and environmental concerns. Monitoring economic conditions and consumer demand changes will also be crucial for understanding import dynamics in this sector.
Top countries in Import of Hand Towels by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 144,950,000 | 2023 | -3.92% | -3.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 109,330,000 | 2023 | +2.18% | +0.83% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 105,930,000 | 2023 | +2.47% | +2.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 95,645,000 | 2023 | +10.71% | +12.82% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 48,290,000 | 2023 | +2.72% | +1.59% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 44,358,000 | 2023 | +1.63% | +0.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 39,668,000 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 39,102,000 | 2023 | -0.45% | -1.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 30,515,000 | 2023 | +2.04% | +2.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 26,316,000 | 2023 | +2.31% | +0.31% | View data |
