In 2023, the Netherlands led European imports of unwrought non-alloy zinc with a 22.02% share, followed by Germany at 20.53%, and Belgium at 17.97%. A notable increase was seen in Estonia and Finland, with growth rates of 20.07% and 30.33%, respectively. Declines were observed in Malta at 13.86% and Slovenia at 6.25%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years highlights steady demand with regional fluctuations reflecting economic conditions and industrial demand shifts.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential increase in imports from Baltic countries due to infrastructure development.
- Germany and the UK might see variable demands tied to automotive and construction sector performance.
- Variations resulting from shifts in global trade policies and their impact on primary sourcing regions.
Top countries in Import of Unwrought Non-Alloy Zinc Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 22.02 | 2023 | +4.75% | +4.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 20.53 | 2023 | +1.17% | -1.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 17.97 | 2023 | +1.83% | +2.01% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.38 | 2023 | +3.2% | +1.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 5.94 | 2023 | -1.19% | -2.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.7 | 2023 | -5.47% | -5.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 5.21 | 2023 | +3.46% | -0.0038% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.8 | 2023 | +1.94% | +0.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 3.37 | 2023 | +1.66% | -0.51% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 1.78 | 2023 | +1.07% | +5.27% | View data |
