In 2020, Belgium dominated the intra-EU27 imports of iron and steel waste, accounting for 16.68% of the total volume. Italy and the Netherlands followed, with shares of 16.22% and 13.9%, respectively. Germany and Spain contributed 10.53% and 9.87%. By 2023, notable changes included a rise in imports by the Netherlands, with a year-on-year increase of 9.06%, while countries like Germany and France saw declines of 4.51% and 5.73%, respectively. Croatia and Lithuania showed significant growth, at 15.81% and 26.04% year-on-year increases.
Future trends to watch for include potential increases in cross-border waste processing agreements and advances in recycling technology, which could further influence the distribution of imports across EU27 countries. Sustainability initiatives and policy changes might also drive the redistribution of trade volumes, promoting growth in environmentally conscious countries.
Top countries in Iron and Steel Waste Imports Intra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 16.68 | 2023 | +1.26% | +1.56% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 16.22 | 2023 | +0.075% | -2.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 13.9 | 2023 | +6.9% | +9.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 10.53 | 2023 | -5.9% | -4.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 9.87 | 2023 | +2.13% | -0.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Luxembourg | 7.13 | 2023 | +1.93% | -2.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 4.57 | 2023 | +3.86% | +2.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.35 | 2023 | -5.36% | -5.73% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.34 | 2023 | -1.12% | -2.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 2.76 | 2023 | +2.37% | -2.15% | View data |
