In 2023, Sweden led European chemical wood pulp production at 9.58 million metric tons, reporting a 2.19% increase over the previous year. Finland followed with 8.0 million metric tons, despite a 0.37% decline. Portugal and Germany saw slight increases; however, Germany experienced a 1.81% decrease. Austria's production stagnated, while Poland and Slovakia showed modest increases. Notably, the Czech Republic saw a significant 6.72% rise in production. Conversely, Spain, Norway, and Estonia noted declines, with Estonia dropping by 5.77%. Latvia remained stable.
Looking ahead, environmental regulations and demand for sustainable products will drive production trends across Europe. Sweden may continue to dominate, but innovations in eco-friendly practices could reshape the landscape, benefiting countries with advancing green technologies.
Top countries in Chemical Wood Pulp Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 9,580 | 2023 | +3.44% | +2.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 8,000 | 2023 | +4.15% | -0.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 2,790 | 2023 | +0.5% | +0.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 1,500 | 2023 | -0.2% | -1.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 1,310 | 2023 | +0.31% | -0.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 991.27 | 2023 | +0.76% | +0.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 967.25 | 2023 | -4.91% | -5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 705.99 | 2023 | +1.95% | +1.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 475.24 | 2023 | -0.86% | +6.72% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 144.5 | 2023 | -8.97% | -1.61% | View data |
