In 2023, Germany led the EU28 intra-country imports share of paper and cardboard waste with 31.51%, experiencing a modest 1.64% growth. Other significant players were Netherlands (19.29%, growth of 1.05%) and Austria (10.42%, growth of 1.05%). Spain saw a notable increase at 1.89% to reach 9.84%. Romania and Finland were the fastest-growing markets, with 10.3% and 5.95% growth respectively, while Denmark and Bulgaria experienced significant declines of 21.54% and 12.29%.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential expansion in Eastern European countries driven by industrial growth and recycling initiatives.
- Sustainable practices and regulations may influence import shares across regions.
- Market dynamics might shift with innovations in recycling technology.
Top countries in Paper and Cardboard Waste Intra-EU28 Imports Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 31.51 | 2023 | +1.69% | +1.64% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 19.29 | 2023 | +0.77% | +1.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 10.42 | 2023 | +1.57% | +1.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 9.84 | 2023 | +0.76% | +1.89% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6.2 | 2023 | -1.79% | -2.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.54 | 2023 | -0.38% | -1.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 3.45 | 2023 | +3.01% | +3.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.24 | 2023 | +2.75% | +4.46% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 2.62 | 2023 | -2.43% | -5.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 1.53 | 2023 | -0.93% | -0.48% | View data |
