In 2023, Sweden led European cartonboard exports with 3.2 million metric tons, closely followed by Finland and Germany with 2.84 and 2.45 million metric tons, respectively. From 2022 to 2023, the United Kingdom had remarkable growth at 14.74%, while Belgium's export decreased sharply by 17.75%. Notably, Slovakia saw the highest annual increase at 46.59% over five years. Trends indicate continued leadership from Sweden, Finland, and Germany, with potential expansion in Romania and significant growth prospects for Slovakia.
Future trends to watch for European cartonboard exports include potential shifts due to environmental regulations, technological advancements in packaging, and demand variation driven by e-commerce growth.
Top countries in Cartonboard Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 3,200 | 2023 | -4.87% | +1.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 2,840 | 2023 | +3.61% | +1.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 2,450 | 2023 | +20.05% | +3.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 482.16 | 2023 | +10.94% | -0.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 372.86 | 2023 | +1.37% | +1.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 348.29 | 2023 | +2.14% | +0.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 322.27 | 2023 | +3.41% | -0.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 298.67 | 2023 | -0.17% | +0.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 248.64 | 2023 | +14.03% | -3.25% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 233.55 | 2023 | -0.026% | +14.74% | View data |
