In 2023, the United Kingdom led European Plastics Waste Extra-EU28 exports, accounting for 24.37% of the total. Germany, Belgium, and France followed closely. Germany and the Netherlands experienced significant declines, while Belgium and Italy showed growth. Sweden's exports increased, while Spain had the largest drop. Eastern European countries like Slovenia and Slovakia posted substantial growth, with Lithuania and Estonia seeing high double-digit increases.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in recycling, changes in regulations affecting plastics exports, and environmental policies in importing countries, which may reshape the landscape of plastics waste exports from Europe.
Top countries in Plastics Waste Extra-EU28 Exports Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 24.37 | 2023 | -0.091% | -2.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 17.01 | 2023 | -5.38% | -4.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 14.94 | 2023 | +1.38% | +2.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 11.13 | 2023 | +1.25% | -0.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 9.07 | 2023 | +2.17% | +4.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovenia | 4.25 | 2023 | +2.59% | +4.8% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.76 | 2023 | +2.68% | +3.88% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.5 | 2023 | -7.98% | -5.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.92 | 2023 | -9.04% | -10.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1.52 | 2023 | +1.77% | +7.5% | View data |
