The European import of cartons, boxes, and cases of corrugated paper or paperboard in 2023 showcased notable variations by country. The Netherlands remains the largest importer, although it experienced a slight decline of 2.7%. Belgium and Germany saw increases of 8.93% and 4.19%, respectively. France's growth was modest at 1.22%, whereas Spain's import volume surged by 17.09%. Sweden also witnessed a significant rise of 13.76%. In contrast, Southern European countries like Italy and Romania maintained minimal growth or slight declines.
Trends indicate a heightened demand in Northern and Western Europe, with many countries registering positive year-on-year import variations. Contrary to this, some regions like the Netherlands and the United Kingdom marked slight declines, suggesting market dynamics influenced by local economic conditions or shifts in supply chains. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate extended a steadier and balanced insight into long-term import behaviors.
Future trends to watch include emerging sustainable packaging requirements, fluctuating raw material costs, and potential trade policy adjustments across Europe. These factors are likely to reshape the import landscape, especially for countries with large consumption levels or where sustainable practices are more aggressively pursued.
Top countries in Import of Cartons, Boxes and Cases of Corrugated Paper or Paperboard by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 884,530,000 | 2023 | -1.41% | -2.7% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 415,860,000 | 2023 | +7.72% | +8.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 393,360,000 | 2023 | +1.96% | +4.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 380,410,000 | 2023 | +1.18% | +1.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czechia | 138,590,000 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 128,150,000 | 2023 | +11.78% | +13.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 123,400,000 | 2023 | +3.55% | +3.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 108,160,000 | 2023 | +2.12% | +3.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 105,840,000 | 2023 | +2.47% | +5.07% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 98,910,000 | 2023 | +2.52% | +6.19% | View data |
