The European import market for milk and cream with fat content between 6% and 21% in packings not exceeding 2 liters demonstrates varied dynamics across countries. As of 2023, France leads with increased imports, recording a 3.66% year-on-year rise, followed closely by the Netherlands and Belgium. While Hungary shows modest growth, Romania and other countries like Italy and the United Kingdom face declines. Notable fluctuations include Bulgaria’s significant 11.12% increase, contrasted by substantial drops in countries such as Finland and Ireland. Over the past five years, these trends reflect market shifts responding to consumer demand and trade conditions.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential market volatility due to geopolitical factors affecting trade policies and tariffs within the EU.
- Increasing consumer demand for specialty dairy products with particular fat content, likely influencing import patterns.
- Sustainability and environmental concerns driving shifts toward local production, possibly impacting overall import volumes.
- Technological advancements in dairy processing and supply chain efficiencies potentially altering import dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Milk and Cream with a Fat Content Exceeding 6% but Not Exceeding 21% in Immediate Packings of a Net Content Not Exceeding 2 l by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 16,338,000 | 2023 | +15.73% | +3.66% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 10,442,000 | 2023 | +8.35% | +9.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 10,418,000 | 2023 | +9.5% | +7.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 6,073,500 | 2023 | +1.91% | +1.24% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 5,686,400 | 2023 | +3.57% | -1.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 4,358,200 | 2023 | +3.06% | +0.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 4,209,900 | 2023 | +2.57% | -0.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3,619,400 | 2023 | +0.99% | -0.96% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 3,064,900 | 2023 | +11.1% | +4.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 2,647,900 | 2023 | -1.37% | -3.48% | View data |
