The 2023 data shows Germany leading European imports of locks and hinges, followed by Poland and the United Kingdom, with significant volumes imported in million kilograms. Notably, Germany's imports witnessed a modest increase of 2.94%, while Poland and Spain observed increases over 3%. Conversely, some countries like Slovakia and Belgium showed a decline in their imports by 1.79% and 2.72%, respectively. Ireland and Lithuania marked robust growth with respective increases of 6.92% and 9.13%.
Looking ahead, several trends merit attention:
- Emerging markets, particularly in Eastern Europe, could drive increased demand.
- Sustainability and technological innovations in product manufacturing may influence import volumes and patterns.
- Fluctuating trade policies and tariffs within the EU and with global partners could significantly impact import figures.
Top countries in Import of Locks and Hinges by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 458,290,000 | 2023 | +2.46% | +2.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 354,500,000 | 2023 | +2.87% | +3.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 210,010,000 | 2023 | +1.05% | +1.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 177,610,000 | 2023 | +6.04% | +0.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 171,420,000 | 2023 | +2.06% | +2.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 167,470,000 | 2023 | +8.1% | +2.97% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 134,200,000 | 2023 | +4.1% | +3.93% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 127,760,000 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 110,260,000 | 2023 | +1.51% | +5.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 94,977,000 | 2023 | +1.02% | -1.79% | View data |