In 2023, Germany led European imports of self-adhesive plastics, followed by Belgium and France. Significant growth was noted in Hungary and Belgium, with increases of 17.89% and 14.24%, respectively. Conversely, Poland and Slovakia experienced declines, with Slovakia facing a notable decrease of 26.09%. The UK's growth remained nearly stagnant. Over the past five years, a relatively steady CAGR reflects modest European demand growth.
Future trends to watch include the increasing use of self-adhesive materials in sustainable packaging and renewable energy applications, which may drive demand. Additionally, economic fluctuations and trade policies could impact import volumes across Europe. Monitoring environmental regulations will remain crucial for predicting supply chain shifts.
Top countries in Import of Self-Adhesive Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil, Tapes, Strip and Other Flat Shapes of Plastics by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 90,067,000 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 78,501,000 | 2023 | +30.24% | +14.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 60,394,000 | 2023 | +6.51% | +4.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 45,532,000 | 2023 | +4.56% | +2.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czechia | 40,808,000 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 39,039,000 | 2023 | -1.48% | +0.057% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 37,639,000 | 2023 | +0.96% | +8.44% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 36,145,000 | 2023 | -0.34% | +3.96% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 21,036,000 | 2023 | +4.77% | +17.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 17,260,000 | 2023 | -10.18% | -9.22% | View data |
