In 2020, Belgium leads the intra-EU27 import market for iron and steel waste at approximately 4.67 million metric tons, followed closely by Italy and the Netherlands. Germany and Spain also have significant imports. While the Netherlands and some smaller markets like Lithuania, Croatia, and Bulgaria showed strong positive annual growth in 2023, others like Germany, Luxembourg, and France faced declines. Over five years, several countries display diverse compound growth trends, affected by regional market dynamics and regulatory environments.
Looking ahead, key trends to monitor include the ongoing regulatory evolution in waste management within Europe and its impact on trade flows. Additionally, technological advancements in recycling and sustainability initiatives could alter dynamics, pushing for shifts in import volumes among EU member states.
Top countries in Iron and Steel Waste Imports Intra-EU27 (2020) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 4,674,400 | 2023 | +1.26% | +1.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 4,545,200 | 2023 | +0.075% | -2.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 3,893,700 | 2023 | +6.9% | +9.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 2,950,400 | 2023 | -5.9% | -4.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 2,766,700 | 2023 | +2.13% | -0.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Luxembourg | 1,996,600 | 2023 | +1.93% | -2.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 1,280,900 | 2023 | +3.86% | +2.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 1,219,600 | 2023 | -5.36% | -5.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 935,670 | 2023 | -1.12% | -2.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 772,020 | 2023 | +2.37% | -2.15% | View data |
