In 2023, Germany led European imports of polymers of vinyl chloride, with Italy and Belgium following closely. Top growth was noted in Estonia and Malta with increases of 6.03% and 5.38%, respectively. Poland and the Netherlands also showed positive trends with growth over 2%. Conversely, France and the United Kingdom reported declines of 2.11% and 2.83%, respectively, with Austria and Latvia experiencing sharp declines of over 9%. Average growth over the past five years indicates stabilization, despite current fluctuations.
Future trends suggest a shift towards more sustainable and innovative materials, with Eastern Europe potentially increasing import share. Monitoring regulatory changes and advancements in recycling technologies will be crucial for stakeholders navigating the European polymers market.
Top countries in Import of Polymers of Vinyl Chloride, in Primary Forms by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 797,010,000 | 2023 | +0.45% | +0.073% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 732,180,000 | 2023 | +0.026% | -0.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 628,550,000 | 2023 | +4.78% | +0.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 421,020,000 | 2023 | +1.86% | +1.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 309,370,000 | 2023 | -0.72% | -2.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 278,750,000 | 2023 | +8.08% | +2.36% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 274,260,000 | 2023 | -1.72% | -2.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 193,930,000 | 2023 | +3.31% | +2.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 146,510,000 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Romania | 108,170,000 | 2023 | +2.4% | +2.75% | View data |
