In 2020, Germany led the EU27 in precious metals waste exports, accounting for the largest share, with the Netherlands following closely. Finland and Lithuania contributed modest amounts to the total exports. The data illustrates significant year-on-year growth for Sweden, Latvia, and Greece in 2023, with the Netherlands and the Czech Republic also experiencing notable increases. Conversely, countries like Bulgaria and Hungary faced declines, with Bulgaria's contribution dropping to zero. The five-year CAGR indicates overall growth driven by high performances in select countries, notwithstanding declines in others.
Future trends for European precious metals waste exports could be influenced by increasing environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives across the EU. These may impact Germany and the Netherlands, the two largest exporters, potentially leading to innovations in recycling processes. Countries previously experiencing growth, such as Latvia and Sweden, may continue to increase their export share through technological advancements and policy adaptations. Monitoring these trends will be essential for understanding the dynamics of this sector within the EU27.
Top countries in Precious Metals Waste Exports Intra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 39.66 | 2023 | +7% | +5.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 34.5 | 2023 | +29.45% | +11.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 3.04 | 2023 | +5% | +1.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 2.74 | 2023 | +12.91% | +8.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 2.51 | 2023 | +4.08% | +14.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 2.29 | 2023 | -0.29% | +4.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 2.07 | 2023 | +5.79% | +7.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 1.9 | 2023 | +3.59% | +5.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 1.47 | 2023 | +3.79% | +3.59% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1.08 | 2023 | +8.57% | +18.67% | View data |
