In 2023, Belgium led the European export of potassium hydroxide, contributing to nearly half of the total export. Czechia and Germany followed at distant second and third. Notable positive growth was seen in Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, and growth leaders like Lithuania and Ireland. In contrast, Portugal and Bulgaria experienced significant declines.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential leadership shifts, especially among smaller countries showing high growth rates like Ireland and Greece.
- Monitoring impacts of economic changes and ESG policies on top exporters such as Germany and Belgium.
- Technological innovations could foster efficiency and competitiveness in traditionally smaller exporters.
Top countries in Export of Oxides, Hydroxides and Peroxides Share by Country (Kilograms of Potassium Hydroxide)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 49.63 | 2023 | +2.69% | +9.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czechia | 19.14 | 2023 | |||
| 3 | 3 Germany | 12.31 | 2023 | +13% | +7.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 7.97 | 2023 | +6.13% | +6.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4.92 | 2023 | +7.01% | -3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 3.63 | 2023 | +5.96% | -1.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1.13 | 2023 | +2.75% | -2.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.46 | 2023 | -2.32% | +7.44% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 0.23 | 2023 | +6.31% | +2.27% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.21 | 2023 | +5.18% | +3.14% | View data |
