In 2023, France emerged as the top European importer of particle board, showing significant growth of 24.92%. Greece followed with a 31.66% increase, reflecting strong demand. Belgium and Ireland also demonstrated robust import growth at 26.98% and 10.56%, respectively. The United Kingdom and Spain, however, experienced declines, emphasizing regional disparities. Malta led the growth rate with an exceptional 87.99% increase, albeit from a lower base. The data underscores a varying landscape across Europe, with notable import contractions in Nordic countries like Finland and Estonia.
Future trends to watch include the stabilization of imports in countries with recent declines and the potential impact of environmental regulations on particle board sourcing. Additionally, fluctuations in construction and furniture industries are critical to future import trajectories, as they drive demand for particle board across these markets.
Top countries in Import of Particle Board by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 6,555,200 | 2023 | +34.84% | +24.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 5,727,500 | 2023 | +53.23% | +31.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 4,537,800 | 2023 | +19.46% | +26.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 3,970,200 | 2023 | +4.44% | +1.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 2,393,800 | 2023 | +4.92% | +2.79% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 2,191,900 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.08% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1,481,900 | 2023 | -3.95% | -6.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 1,288,100 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Italy | 1,051,700 | 2023 | +3.27% | +1.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 950,130 | 2023 | +13.79% | +10.56% | View data |
