In 2023, Poland led the European import market for gauze, though it experienced a slight decrease of 1.47%. Meanwhile, Portugal and Germany saw significant increases of 6.99% and 15.26% respectively. Remarkably, the Netherlands and Latvia witnessed extraordinary growth, with Netherlands up by 81.47% and Latvia by 100.51%. Greece and Spain also exhibited notable rises of 29.13% and 37.36%. In contrast, Italy faced a decline of 18.36%, and the United Kingdom a decrease of 7.61%. These variations indicate dynamic shifts in the market.
Looking forward, the growing demand for gauze in Western Europe, driven by healthcare innovations and improvements, will promote continued import increases. Keep an eye on Germany, the Netherlands, and Portugal for potential leadership in import growth. Also, monitor geopolitical shifts and trade agreements, as these could significantly influence import dynamics in the coming years.
Top countries in Import of Gauze Share by Country (Square Meters)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 81.08 | 2023 | +2.17% | -1.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Portugal | 10.1 | 2023 | +7.52% | +6.99% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 2.33 | 2023 | +25.29% | +15.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 2.12 | 2023 | +4.18% | +0.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 2.07 | 2021 | +3700% | +44.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1.26 | 2023 | +13.7% | +37.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 0.85 | 2023 | +5.36% | +29.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 0.84 | 2023 | +5.75% | +81.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 0.68 | 2023 | -6.78% | -18.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 0.51 | 2023 | -11.68% | -7.61% | View data |
