In 2024, France leads European imports of paper sacks and bags, comprising 18.71% of total imports by weight, followed by Germany at 16.61% and the United Kingdom at 9.59%. Notably, Greece and Croatia demonstrated significant year-on-year growth in 2023, with increases of 12.23% and 19.74%, respectively. Conversely, Ireland and Luxembourg experienced declines. Over the last five years, imports have shown varied changes per country, reflecting diverse demand patterns across regions.
Looking ahead, we anticipate a focus on environmental sustainability driving innovations in packaging materials. Countries with growing imports may continue this upward trend, potentially expanding their market share as eco-friendly alternatives gain prominence in European markets.
Top countries in Import of Paper Sacks and Bags Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 18.71 | 2023 | +2.71% | +3.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 16.61 | 2023 | +4.33% | +4.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 9.59 | 2023 | +1.95% | +5.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 7.33 | 2023 | +4.47% | +5.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 6.03 | 2023 | +0.76% | +2.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.24 | 2023 | +9.42% | +2.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.48 | 2023 | +5.25% | +4.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 4.12 | 2023 | +2.03% | +5.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 3.04 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 2.98 | 2023 | +3.29% | +6.64% | View data |
