In 2023, Germany and Italy were the leading importers of copper into Europe, with Germany's import share slightly declining by 3.9% and Italy's by 0.69%. France, the Netherlands, and Belgium also experienced decreases. Meanwhile, the United Kingdom and Austria saw increases of 3.22% and 5.86%, respectively. Spain’s copper import share remained nearly stable with a slight drop of 0.18%. Smaller markets like Malta and Cyprus posted positive growth, with Malta experiencing a significant rise of 7.86%, reflecting varying market dynamics across Europe.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impact of European Union regulatory changes and sustainability initiatives on copper imports. Countries with growing infrastructure demands, like Austria, might boost imports, while others may stabilize or decline as they turn to alternative materials or recycling initiatives. The evolving geopolitical landscape and trade relations will also shape future import patterns across European nations.
Top countries in Import of Copper Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.67 | 2023 | -0.13% | -3.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 18.94 | 2023 | +2% | -0.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 8.42 | 2023 | -2.57% | -3.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 7.55 | 2023 | +2.99% | -5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 7.31 | 2023 | -0.64% | -4.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 5.5 | 2023 | -1.1% | +3.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 4.81 | 2023 | +2.7% | +5.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4.72 | 2023 | +0.65% | -0.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3.64 | 2023 | +1.07% | -0.61% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 3.46 | 2023 |
