In 2023, Germany led European imports of non-cellular plates and strips of phenolic resins, followed by France and the United Kingdom. The UK saw a notable decline of 8.66% in imports, while Austria and Denmark experienced respective increases of 7.01% and 8.19%. Portugal and Ireland showed substantial growth at over 10%, whereas Greece and Malta faced the largest drops, at 34% and 15.1% respectively. Over the last five years, varied trends emerge with modest growth in major economies and fluctuating figures among smaller importers.
Future trends to watch include Germany's sustained leadership and potential recovery in the UK's import volumes. Increasing demand for phenolic resins in construction and automotive industries could drive growth in Central and Eastern Europe, while Mediterranean countries might focus on recovery amid economic fluctuations. Monitoring environmental policies and innovation in phenolic resin applications will be crucial for import dynamics in the region.
Top countries in Import of Non-Cellular Plates, Strips of Phenolic Resins by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 14,991,000 | 2023 | -0.13% | +3.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 9,363,700 | 2023 | +11.14% | +3.4% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 7,591,000 | 2023 | -10.76% | -8.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 6,781,700 | 2023 | +5.55% | +7.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 5,283,000 | 2023 | +1.94% | +2.9% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 3,057,700 | 2023 | +6.24% | -2.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 3,002,100 | 2023 | +7.92% | +3.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 2,358,100 | 2023 | +13.26% | +1.57% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 1,395,400 | 2023 | +3.32% | +1.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 892,710 | 2023 | +12.38% | +10.34% | View data |
