The global import of ash or residues containing mainly zinc, not spelter, is led by the Netherlands, France, and Japan. Notably, Romania experienced a dramatic increase, with a 137.14% year-on-year rise in 2023. Meanwhile, South Africa witnessed a sharp decline of 44.23%. Over the past five years, the market has displayed varied growth, with countries like Poland and Greece steadily increasing their imports, indicating a shift in regional demand.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential rise in demand from emerging economies such as India and Poland.
- Closer monitoring of markets like Romania, which have shown significant volatility.
- Impact of environmental regulations on production and trade dynamics in major importing countries.
Top countries in Import of Ash or Residues Containing Mainly Zinc (Not Spelter) Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 33.15 | 2023 | +5.57% | +4.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13.67 | 2023 | +4.87% | +4.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 10.85 | 2023 | +3.75% | +0.93% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.99 | 2023 | +4.76% | +4.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 India | 7.82 | 2023 | +2.87% | +2.99% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 6.27 | 2023 | +2.1% | +2.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 5.1 | 2023 | +3.85% | +3.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.1 | 2023 | +5.31% | +5.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 South Korea | 2.01 | 2023 | +4.84% | +3.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Canada | 1.43 | 2023 | +6.06% | -1.3% | View data |
