The Netherlands dominates European exports of expansible polystyrene, holding a 44.64% share in 2023. Belgium follows at 18.5%, while Greece, Czechia, and Italy round out the top five, each contributing between 6.9-8.67%. France and the United Kingdom exited the market, with -100% variation. Notable growth emerged from Estonia and Bulgaria, at 68.34% and 44.05% respectively. Conversely, Ireland and Slovenia saw declines at -3.17% and -9.46%. Among larger market players, the Netherlands grew 22.73%, whereas Italy decreased by 5.75%.
Future trends to watch include potential recovery in Italy and ongoing growth from smaller markets like Bulgaria and Estonia, as well as any shifts due to changes in trade policies and environmental regulations impacting production and export strategies.
Top countries in Export of Expansible Polystyrene in Primary Forms Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 44.64 | 2023 | +8.65% | +22.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 18.5 | 2023 | +1.18% | +3.48% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 8.67 | 2023 | +3.46% | +5.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czechia | 7.26 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.9 | 2023 | +0.14% | -5.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.45 | 2023 | +2.69% | +4.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 4.32 | 2023 | -1.28% | -4.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 1.67 | 2023 | +3.04% | -1.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 0.54 | 2023 | -51.79% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.51 | 2023 | -0.18% | +16.53% | View data |
