In 2023, Belgium led European wheat gluten imports with 118.08 million kilograms, although it experienced a slight decline of 1.57% from the previous year. The Netherlands and France followed with positive trends of 1.43% and 3.06%, respectively. Significant positive growth was recorded in Denmark (4.64%) and Hungary (5.45%). Conversely, Italy faced a notable decrease of 5.46%, and Lithuania's imports plummeted by 51.61%. Malta showed remarkable growth, soaring 125.39%, albeit from a smaller base. Over a 5-year period, fluctuating economic conditions and agricultural practices influenced these trends, contributing to varied year-on-year import volumes.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts of climate change on wheat production, trade policy shifts affecting import dynamics, and changes in dietary preferences driving demand for gluten-rich products. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding the evolving landscape of wheat gluten imports in Europe.
Top countries in Import of Wheat Gluten by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 118,080,000 | 2023 | +3.15% | -1.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 88,119,000 | 2023 | -0.021% | +1.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 65,603,000 | 2023 | +5.83% | +3.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 30,683,000 | 2023 | +1.87% | +0.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 26,598,000 | 2023 | -2.52% | -1.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 21,821,000 | 2023 | +1.91% | -5.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 15,994,000 | 2023 | +1.96% | +2.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 15,350,000 | 2023 | +5.38% | +1.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 12,035,000 | 2023 | +8.07% | +4.64% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 10,474,000 | 2023 | +2.43% | -1.66% | View data |
