In 2023, Italy led European wood pulp imports from non-EU countries, followed by Germany and the Netherlands. Italy and Spain experienced slight growth, whereas Germany, the Netherlands, and France saw declines. Slovenia, Portugal, and Romania showed notable increases, with Hungary and Finland facing significant drops. Norway and Latvia exhibited remarkable growth rates. Over the past five years, the trend has been mixed, with certain countries displaying declining imports while others increased, indicating varied dependency on non-EU pulp sources.
Future trends to monitor include Italy's continuing leadership, potential recovery in Germany and France, and the evolving import dynamics as countries align with sustainable practices and explore alternative sources in response to geopolitical and environmental challenges.
Top countries in Wood Pulp Imports from Non-EU Countries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 2,110 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,830 | 2023 | -0.28% | -2.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 983.64 | 2023 | +2.97% | -2.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 773.39 | 2023 | -3.88% | -5.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 475.91 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 293.32 | 2023 | +31.24% | -7.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 212.22 | 2023 | -0.66% | +4.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 207.8 | 2023 | -13.01% | -7.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 153.92 | 2023 | +0.9% | -18.41% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 108.08 | 2023 | +1.48% | +1.37% | View data |
