In 2024, Belgium leads the European import market for unrefined copper and copper anodes for electrolytic refining with a significant share, albeit with a decline of 8.9% year-over-year. Germany and Austria follow, with minimal and substantial increases of 0.12% and 8.85% respectively. Notable growth is observed in the Netherlands and Finland, with year-over-year increases of 58.19% and 37.1%. Slovenia and Greece also showed remarkable growth with 86.2% and 61.01% increases. Conversely, some markets such as Sweden and Croatia experienced declines, indicating a mixed overall trend in the sector.
Future trends to watch include potential expansions in the Netherlands and Finland, with their recent growth suggesting favorable conditions or increased demand. The burgeoning markets for Slovenia and Greece may also continue to develop if the factors contributing to their growth are sustained. Monitoring geopolitical, economic, and environmental regulations in Europe will be crucial, as these may impact operational costs and strategic investment decisions within the copper import industry.
Top countries in Import of Unrefined Copper, Copper Anodes for Electrolytic Refining Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 44.41 | 2023 | -1.64% | -8.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 27.27 | 2023 | +8.48% | -0.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 17.64 | 2023 | +3.24% | +8.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 6.74 | 2023 | -3% | +58.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 1.85 | 2023 | -10.5% | +7.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 1.76 | 2023 | +6.34% | +9.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 1.65 | 2023 | +6.35% | -3.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 0.59 | 2023 | +3.67% | -4.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 0.088 | 2023 | +7.07% | -0.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 0.073 | 2021 | +755.95% | -8.47% | View data |
