In 2023, European production of titanium dioxide-based pigments, excluding those with more than 80% titanium dioxide content, saw varied trends across countries. Germany led with 29.634 million kg, despite a decline of 7.35%. Italy and Belgium followed, with Italy experiencing a slight growth of 0.8%, while Belgium decreased by 24.64%. Notably, Poland showed significant growth at 11.77%. Sweden declined by 15.43%, and Spain and France saw their production cease entirely. Romania and the UK maintained stable production levels. Finland, Lithuania, and Denmark showed minor production declines.
Looking forward, stricter environmental regulations, technological advancements in production efficiency, and shifts in demand from industries such as automotive and construction are crucial trends to monitor. The continued push for sustainable manufacturing may also impact production methods and material sourcing strategies in the European titanium dioxide pigment industry.
Top countries in Production of Pigments and Preparations Based on Titanium Dioxide (Excluding Those Containing More than 80% by Weight of Titanium Dioxide) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms of Titanium Dioxide | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 29,634,000 | 2023 | +0.16% | -7.35% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13,906,000 | 2023 | -0.15% | +0.8% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 13,644,000 | 2023 | -0.49% | -24.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 3,390,000 | 2023 | -4.94% | +11.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 3,250,000 | 2023 | +0.09% | -15.43% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 2,939,400 | 2023 | -23.69% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 599,250 | 2023 | -25.75% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 509,080 | 2023 | +20.11% | -3.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 83,560 | 2023 | -66.47% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 6,820 | 2023 | -71.48% | View data |
