In 2023, Germany led European exports of pickling preparations for metal surfaces with 38.774 million kilograms, despite an 8.41% year-on-year decline. Poland and Spain followed, with significant growth of 0.7% and 50.63%, respectively. Italy saw a slight decrease of 3.28%, while Finland's exports surged by 43.87%. Sweden's exports grew modestly by 0.74%.
Belgium, Austria, and Latvia experienced varying degrees of export changes, with Belgium witnessing a notable decline of 19.19%. France and Estonia saw drastic reductions, especially with France's exports dropping by 100%. Smaller markets like Lithuania and Cyprus remained relatively stable, with minor variations.
Looking ahead, the European export market for pickling preparations faces several trends: increased demand for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions, technological advancements in metal processing, and potential impacts from international trade policies and geopolitical developments. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding future growth opportunities.
Top countries in Export of Pickling Preparations for Metal Surfaces by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 38,774,000 | 2023 | -7.46% | -8.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 21,860,000 | 2023 | +1.29% | +0.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 19,053,000 | 2023 | +9.6% | +50.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czechia | 16,598,000 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Italy | 13,843,000 | 2023 | +6.77% | -3.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 2,536,600 | 2023 | +70.89% | +43.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 2,496,000 | 2023 | +6.53% | +0.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 1,875,500 | 2023 | -18.25% | -11.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 1,825,700 | 2023 | -4.77% | -7.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 1,821,900 | 2023 | +6.39% | +9.86% | View data |
