The European import of salt suitable for human consumption shows significant variations by country. Italy leads with the largest share. In 2023, Germany and Poland experienced a decline, while Romania, Slovakia, and the Netherlands marked notable increases. Ireland saw the highest reduction among the major importers. Spain, despite being a smaller player, faced a sharp decline. Over the past five years, the import landscape has been relatively stable, albeit with small shifts due to regional changes in demand and supply chain adjustments.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential shifts in supply sources due to geopolitical factors.
- Increased demand from countries with growing populations like Germany and France.
- Impact of health trends encouraging lower salt consumption on overall import volumes.
- Technological advances improving salt extraction and transportation efficiencies.
Top countries in Import of Salt Suitable for Human Consumption Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 21.23 | 2023 | +5.46% | +0.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 9.87 | 2023 | +0.13% | -2.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 8.66 | 2023 | +2.43% | +5.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 6.96 | 2023 | +1.4% | +2.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 6.88 | 2023 | +4.02% | +2.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 4.01 | 2023 | +5.44% | +2.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 3.75 | 2023 | +2.66% | +5.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.65 | 2023 | +0.58% | -0.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 3.57 | 2023 | -12.21% | -3.03% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 3.4 | 2023 | +0.31% | +1.88% | View data |
