In 2023, Poland leads the European import market for sanitary towels, tampons, and similar textile articles, with a share of 20.54%. Germany follows at 17.05% and Spain at 14.62%. The UK, Netherlands, and Czechia also hold significant shares. Notable growth was seen in Ireland and Portugal with over 8% year-on-year increases, while Sweden experienced a slight decline.
Future trends to watch include continued growth in emerging markets such as Ireland and the potential for increased imports in France and Italy. Sustainable alternatives could reshape market shares and influence demand in countries with environmentally conscious consumers.
Top countries in Import of Sanitary Towels, Tampons and Similar Article of Textile Materials Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 20.54 | 2023 | +6.63% | +1.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 17.05 | 2023 | +4.86% | +4.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 14.62 | 2023 | +3.78% | +8.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czechia | 9.29 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 9.26 | 2023 | +4.04% | +4.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 8.93 | 2023 | -9.11% | +3.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 3.53 | 2023 | +4.71% | +6.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 2.5 | 2023 | +4.57% | +8.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 2.16 | 2023 | +3.91% | +2.14% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 1.55 | 2023 | +5.05% | +5.89% | View data |