In 2023, Italy led Europe's import market for luggage and handbags with a share of 16.5%, followed by Spain at 15.7%, and France at 11.27%. The UK and Malta completed the top five, showing stark growth in Malta’s imports. Year-on-year variation highlights major increases in Malta (62.34%) and notable growth in Italy, Spain, and Bulgaria, whereas Slovakia and Ireland suffered the biggest declines. Over the last 5 years, the market exhibited a steady average annual increase led by countries like Italy and Spain.
Future trends to watch include heightened competition as sustainability and eco-friendliness become crucial. Continued growth of e-commerce, changes in consumer preferences, and geopolitical factors could also impact import patterns across European countries.
Top countries in Import of Luggage, Handbags of Leather, Composition of Leather, Plastic Sheeting, Textile Materials, Vulcanised Fibre or Paperboard Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 16.5 | 2023 | +9.28% | +5.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 15.7 | 2023 | +12.96% | +4.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.27 | 2023 | +6.73% | +1.94% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10.42 | 2023 | -1.22% | +0.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Malta | 6.61 | 2023 | +73.13% | +62.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 6.57 | 2023 | +7.27% | +1.58% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 5.6 | 2023 | +8.93% | -1.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 4.62 | 2023 | +11.65% | +3.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 4.3 | 2023 | +3.45% | +5.05% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 4.18 | 2023 | +4.51% | -5.45% | View data |
