The European import landscape for stainless steel in ingots or other primary forms and semi-finished products shows notable variations. Sweden leads in volume, despite a significant year-on-year decrease of 15.59%. Belgium and Portugal maintained stable import levels, while Italy and Slovenia saw increases of 7.2% and 25.11%, respectively. Germany experienced the highest decline at 25.86%. Emerging markets like Bulgaria, Lithuania, and Luxembourg exhibited substantial growth, signaling potential shifts in regional demand patterns.
Future trends to watch include the increasing diversification in import sources, driven by economic shifts and sustainability priorities. Emerging markets may continue to grow, potentially reshaping the European import landscape for stainless steel.
Top countries in Import of Stainless Steel in Ingots or Other Primary Forms and Semi-Finished Products of Stainless Steel by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 69,738,000 | 2023 | -25.12% | -15.59% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 47,261,000 | 2023 | -0.47% | -0.35% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 34,541,000 | 2023 | +3.39% | +7.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 30,053,000 | 2023 | -2.07% | -6.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 19,533,000 | 2023 | +2.41% | +0.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 16,308,000 | 2023 | +4.05% | -1.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 15,678,000 | 2023 | +4.35% | +4.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 15,280,000 | 2023 | +0.23% | -9.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 13,161,000 | 2023 | +4.66% | -14.32% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 8,106,800 | 2023 | +2.28% | +3.48% | View data |
