In 2023, Germany led the European imports of uncoated and unbleached sack kraft paper with a share of 31.99%, showing a modest increase of 1.39% from the previous year. Other significant importers included Slovenia (14.97%) and Italy (12.2%), both also exhibiting slight growth. Contrastingly, Spain and Poland showed more dynamic increases of 10.03% and 4.61%, respectively. Central European countries like Austria and Croatia demonstrated double-digit growth at 22.79% and 17.0%. Ireland, Finland, and minor markets like Luxembourg and Malta saw notable expansions, while Portugal and Greece experienced declines of over 8% and 12%, respectively.
Future trends may be influenced by the growing demand for eco-friendly packaging, prompting changes in market dynamics. Variations in economic conditions, innovations in recycling, and shifts towards sustainable production may affect import levels by individual countries. Watch for ongoing technological advancements and potential regulatory changes focusing on environmental impacts, which could modify current import trends significantly.
Top countries in Import of Uncoated and Unbleached Sack Kraft Paper Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 31.99 | 2023 | +2.03% | +1.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovenia | 14.97 | 2023 | +5.54% | +1.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 12.2 | 2023 | +0.38% | +1.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.58 | 2023 | +21.41% | +10.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 5.58 | 2023 | +2.06% | +4.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 4.81 | 2023 | +10.93% | +7.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.49 | 2023 | -0.41% | +2.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.11 | 2023 | -2.14% | -1.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 3.13 | 2023 | +5.84% | -8.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 2.03 | 2023 | -5.16% | -3.26% | View data |
