In 2023, France led the European import of cast iron, with significant volumes, followed by Spain, Italy, and Germany. Slovakia observed remarkable growth with a 41.71% increase in cast iron imports. Some countries like the Netherlands and Poland experienced declines of -2.48% and -4.37%, respectively. Cyprus and Greece showed substantial growth rates of 20.05% and 7.07%. In contrast, Slovenia experienced a steep decline of -18.05%, indicating shifting demand or market dynamics in some regions.
Looking forward, trends to watch include technological advancements in metal processing, which might alter import needs. Economic shifts or trade policies could further impact the import landscape, potentially increasing reliance on localized production if European industries seek to reduce dependency on imports.
Top countries in Import of Cast Iron by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 143,150,000 | 2023 | +10.39% | +3.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 63,825,000 | 2023 | +22.96% | +5.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 63,223,000 | 2023 | +2.76% | +1.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 62,272,000 | 2023 | +1.05% | +1.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 59,800,000 | 2023 | +1.06% | +1.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 35,985,000 | 2023 | +0.55% | +1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 25,337,000 | 2023 | +13.62% | -2.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 24,078,000 | 2023 | -1.73% | -4.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 22,735,000 | 2023 | +6.45% | +0.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 17,389,000 | 2023 | +8.94% | +2.95% | View data |
