The European export of plastic stoppers, lids, caps, capsules, and other closures shows varying performance across countries. Germany and Italy are key players, with Germany experiencing a minor contraction of 2.09%, while Italy grows by 10.49%. Spain and Belgium also see growth at 8.03% and 9.22% respectively. The UK and Portugal show drastic declines, with turnovers completely ceasing. Fast-growing exporters include Estonia with a 19.97% increase and Latvia with a 6.32% rise. Countries with minimal export volumes such as Greece, France, and Portugal have dropped out of the market completely.
Future trends to watch include the potential for innovation-driven growth, especially in countries with emerging capabilities like Estonia and Latvia. Additionally, sustainability and environmental regulations could significantly impact production and export strategies, encouraging a shift towards biodegradable and eco-friendly closures. Monitoring changes in consumer behavior and legislation will be critical for maintaining competitiveness in the European market.
Top countries in Export of Plastic Stoppers, Lids, Caps, Capsules and Other Closures by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 416,580,000 | 2023 | +0.051% | -2.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 402,620,000 | 2023 | -19.44% | +10.49% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 237,270,000 | 2023 | +1.78% | +8.03% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 214,590,000 | 2023 | +0.29% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 91,762,000 | 2023 | -26.37% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 90,880,000 | 2023 | +17.16% | +9.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 51,408,000 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 48,179,000 | 2023 | +2.1% | +1.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 30,022,000 | 2023 | +0.3% | +1.74% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 20,819,000 | 2023 |
