European imports of food-grade salt in 2024 reveal Italy leading with 317.94 million kilograms, followed by Germany (147.82) and Romania (129.61). Notable importers also include Hungary, France, Greece, and Slovakia. Year-on-year variations in 2023 show Italy with a small increase of 0.38%, while Germany experienced a decline of 2.25%. Romania and Slovakia had significant growth, at 5.38% and 5.48%, respectively. Other substantial increases were seen in the Netherlands (7.89%) and Estonia (9.03%). Conversely, Spain saw a sharp decrease of 19.75%, with Austria and Luxembourg also witnessing declines of over 9%.
Looking ahead, trends to watch for in the European food-grade salt market involve potential growth in underperforming countries as they seek to stabilize their import volumes. The importance of economic conditions, demand shifts, and trade policies will remain crucial in shaping import dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Food-Grade Salt by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 317,940,000 | 2023 | +5.46% | +0.38% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 147,820,000 | 2023 | +0.13% | -2.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 129,610,000 | 2023 | +2.43% | +5.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 104,160,000 | 2023 | +1.4% | +2.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 103,050,000 | 2023 | +4.02% | +2.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 60,022,000 | 2023 | +5.44% | +2.03% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 56,148,000 | 2023 | +2.66% | +5.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 54,600,000 | 2023 | +0.58% | -0.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 53,532,000 | 2023 | -12.21% | -3.03% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 50,900,000 | 2023 | +0.31% | +1.88% | View data |
