Germany leads the European import share of plates, sheets, film, foil, and strip of cellular plastics with 17.74% of total imports in kilograms, followed by France at 14.04%. Over the 2023 year, Belgium saw a remarkable increase of 12.42%. Other countries such as Spain, Portugal, and Poland also experienced growth, while the United Kingdom slightly declined by -0.33%. Noteworthy contributions came from Ireland (7.96%), Hungary (7.8%), and Greece (14.78%). Conversely, Cyprus and Luxembourg saw declines.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in the landscape influenced by sustainable material sourcing, regulatory changes within the EU, and the ongoing shift towards more environmentally friendly alternatives in manufacturing. Improved trade relations and new economic policies are likely to impact import behaviors. Investing in technology and innovation within the industry could also reshape market dynamics across European countries.
Top countries in Import of Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil and Strip of Cellular Plastics Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17.74 | 2023 | +1.17% | +1.29% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 14.04 | 2023 | +2.42% | +2.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 8.55 | 2023 | +12.27% | +12.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.07 | 2023 | +1.67% | +4.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.79 | 2023 | +4.09% | +1.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 7.41 | 2023 | +6.86% | +1.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 6.49 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 4.53 | 2023 | -1.14% | -0.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 3.57 | 2023 | +3.07% | +3.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.63 | 2023 | +7.44% | +7.48% | View data |
