In 2024, Portugal leads European exports of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, and foamed slag, contributing 27.52% of the total by kilograms, followed by Germany at 21.74% and Belgium at 13.61%. Denmark (12.84%) and Czechia (3.99%) also hold significant shares. Notably, Greece and the Netherlands showed the strongest growth rates from the previous year, with increases of 20.62% and 15.83% respectively. In contrast, France experienced a dramatic decline, reaching zero kilograms.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential growth in lesser export countries like Lithuania and Luxembourg, which saw some of the highest percentage increases in recent years.
- Monitoring the impact of sustainability and environmental policies on production and exports across Europe.
Top countries in Export of Exfoliated Vermiculite, Expanded Clays, Foamed Slag Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 27.52 | 2023 | +4.99% | +6.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 21.74 | 2023 | -2.19% | +0.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 13.61 | 2023 | +1.47% | +7.36% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 12.84 | 2023 | +3.21% | +12.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czechia | 3.99 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 Spain | 3.74 | 2023 | +7.58% | -2.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.63 | 2023 | +10.9% | +15.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 3.15 | 2023 | +12.91% | +20.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 2.99 | 2022 | -100% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 France | 2.67 | 2023 | -19.92% | View data |
