In 2023, Italy led European production of reclaimed rubber in primary forms or in plates, sheets, or strips, with a significant year-on-year increase of 53.78%, reaching 391.02 million kilograms. France followed, also showing strong growth of 31.28%. Romania and Portugal experienced moderate growth at 1.16% and 5.75%, respectively. In contrast, Hungary faced a slight decline of 1.35%. This reflects a diverging trend in which Western European countries are ramping up production while others remain stable or declining.
Looking ahead, trends to watch include Europe's regulatory shifts towards sustainable industries, potential technological advancements in rubber reclamation, and market demands for eco-friendly products that may boost production efforts and competitiveness in Europe.
Top countries in Production of Reclaimed Rubber in Primary Forms or in Plates, Sheets or Strips by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 391,020,000 | 2023 | +68.64% | +53.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 39,070,000 | 2023 | +41.38% | +31.28% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 13,234,000 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 4 | 4 Romania | 6,988,000 | 2023 | +8.54% | +1.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 3,423,900 | 2023 | +15.84% | +5.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 853,000 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 682,920 | 2023 | -5.86% | -1.35% | View data |
