The analysis of European imports of cellular polyurethanes in 2023 reveals diverse dynamics across countries. Germany leads with the highest imports at over 54 million kilograms, followed by France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Notably, the Netherlands experienced a significant increase in imports, showing a substantial 29.68% growth year-on-year. Contrastingly, Lithuania was the only country with a negative trend, showing a slight decline. Steady growth was observed in major markets like Italy and Sweden, boosting imports by 9.5% and 9.75%, respectively.
Key trends to watch for in 2024 include:
- The Netherlands continuing its growth trajectory due to increased demand.
- Maintained stability in Germany, France, and Belgium with minor fluctuations.
- Potential growth in environmentally sustainable polyurethanes might influence market dynamics.
- Trade policy changes and economic conditions potentially impacting smaller markets like Finland and Malta, which have shown sizeable year-on-year increases.
Top countries in Import of Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil and Strip of Cellular Polyurethanes by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 54,848,000 | 2023 | +4.29% | +1.41% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 53,986,000 | 2023 | +1.79% | +5.17% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 53,591,000 | 2023 | +3.36% | +4.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 52,539,000 | 2023 | +27.66% | +29.68% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 44,156,000 | 2023 | +2.32% | +1.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 39,596,000 | 2023 | +1.36% | +0.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 34,310,000 | 2023 | +4.74% | +3.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 29,381,000 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Italy | 23,439,000 | 2023 | +2.92% | +9.5% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 15,891,000 | 2023 | +1.54% | +1.94% | View data |
