In 2023, the Netherlands led European non-EU imports of non-wood fibre pulp at 26.63 thousand metric tons, despite a slight decline of 3.01%. The United Kingdom followed at 16.87 thousand metric tons, experiencing a 3.39% increase. France and Sweden saw declines of 8.12% and 5.14%, respectively. Notably, Italy increased by 4.65%, while Belgium surged by 74.0%.
Looking ahead, significant trends to watch include potential shifts in sourcing strategies, driven by evolving environmental policies and market dynamics. Increased emphasis on sustainable materials could influence future import patterns and country-specific shares.
Top countries in Non-Wood Fibre Pulp Imports from Non-EU Countries Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 26.63 | 2023 | +0.052% | -3.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 16.87 | 2023 | -0.81% | +3.39% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 15.03 | 2023 | +2.43% | -8.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 14.11 | 2023 | -16.48% | -5.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 10.25 | 2023 | -20.7% | -9.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 6.01 | 2023 | +95.54% | +4.65% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 4.16 | 2023 | -8.18% | +74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 3.61 | 2023 | -9.62% | +0.94% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 1.96 | 2023 | +2.88% | -3.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 1.93 | 2022 | +984.62% | +169.06% | View data |
