In 2023, Germany led European production of nitric acid, sulphonitric acids, and ammonia, despite a year-on-year decrease of 2.87%. Poland followed, showing a slight increase of 1.44%, while Lithuania exhibited a more substantial growth of 4.71%. Finland experienced the highest growth of 11.95%, suggesting significant industrial expansion. Conversely, France's production dropped by 9.78%, reflecting potential industry challenges. Slovakia and Belgium saw modest increases, while Spain, Romania, Croatia, and Portugal faced declines, indicating varied regional performance. Italy had a notable rise of 19.9%, diverging from the broader trend.
Future trends to watch include Germany's ability to stabilize its production, the continued growth in Poland, Lithuania, and Finland, and the potential recovery in France. Monitoring the impact of industrial and environmental policies on these trends will be crucial in 2024.
Top countries in Production of Nitric Acid, Sulphonitric Acids, and Ammonia Share by Country (Kilograms of Nitrogen)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 33.44 | 2023 | -0.18% | -2.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 25.36 | 2023 | +1.22% | +1.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 11.17 | 2023 | +2.54% | +4.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 10.93 | 2023 | +13.32% | +11.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 7.71 | 2023 | -5.38% | -9.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 5.27 | 2023 | +4.35% | +0.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.67 | 2023 | +4.45% | -1.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 4.42 | 2023 | +0.84% | +1.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 3.12 | 2023 | -6.25% | -12.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 2.42 | 2023 | -3.98% | -6.67% | View data |
