In 2023, France led the European cleaning compounds industry with 823 enterprises, showcasing a strong 9.83% year-on-year increase. Belgium also exhibited significant growth at 9.46%. Eastern European markets such as Bulgaria and Romania saw noticeable boosts of 8.3% and 3.83% respectively. Conversely, Spain and Italy experienced declines, with Spain decreasing by 1.8%. The UK, Germany, and several Scandinavian countries showed modest growth below 1.5%. Notably, Iceland had an impressive increase of 12.91%, though from a smaller base.
Looking ahead, expect continued expansion in France and recovery in Spain and Italy as these markets stabilize. Eastern European and Nordic countries may continue growing, leveraging lower operational costs and greater market entry opportunities. Watch for sustainability trends influencing market dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Cleaning Compounds Number of Enterprises by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 823 | 2023 | +3.05% | +9.83% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 547 | 2023 | -0.55% | -1.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 428 | 2023 | +1.42% | +2.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 421 | 2023 | -0.24% | -0.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 410 | 2023 | +1.49% | +1.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 404 | 2023 | +0.75% | +0.92% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 335 | 2023 | +2.45% | +2.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 187 | 2023 | +0.54% | +3.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 146 | 2023 | +2.82% | +8.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 141 | 2023 | +1.44% | +0.72% | View data |
