In 2023, Italy led European imports of flax woven fabrics containing at least 85% flax by weight, with a slight annual increase of 1.4%. Slovenia and Hungary showed significant growth, up 55.53% and 70.29% respectively. The Netherlands and Slovakia saw declines of 6.2% and 20.32%. The UK and Poland experienced substantial drops of over 26%. Luxembourg, Latvia, and Estonia posted noteworthy increases. Most other nations exhibited modest decreases or stability.
Future trends indicate potential growth in Eastern European markets, driven by increasing domestic production capacities and cost advantages. Continuation of sustainable fashion trends may boost overall demand across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Flax Woven Fabrics Containing at Least 85% by Weight of Flax Share by Country (Square Meters)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 26.89 | 2023 | +4.7% | +1.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 11.38 | 2023 | +8.9% | -6.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovenia | 8.85 | 2023 | +7% | +55.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 8.76 | 2023 | +2.5% | +3.27% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 8.73 | 2023 | +3.1% | -2.35% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 7.27 | 2023 | +1.7% | -20.32% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 6.64 | 2023 | +7.59% | -0.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 4.53 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Greece | 3.75 | 2023 | +2.08% | -9.99% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 3.71 | 2023 | +4.55% | +11% | View data |
