The European packaging paper imports from non-EU countries in 2023 show diverse trends. Germany leads with 700.6 thousand metric tons, marking a growth of 3.17% year-on-year, while Italy and the UK noted declines of 5.24% and 1.05%, respectively. Countries like Sweden (4.58%) and Slovakia (11.56%) highlighted growth among smaller economies, whereas significant decreases were seen in Slovenia (-14.91%) and Austria (-9.31%). Malta (18.78%) and Norway (29.89%) exhibited notable increases but on a smaller scale. Overall, varied trends depict both gains and losses across key European markets.
Future trends to watch include potential increases from growing economies such as Slovakia and Malta. Meanwhile, the performance of established markets like Germany remains pivotal to the region's overall import landscape. Monitoring geopolitical shifts, trade agreements, and sustainability policies will be crucial in understanding and predicting future import trends.
Top countries in Packaging Paper Imports from Non-EU Countries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 700.6 | 2023 | -2.52% | +3.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 577.51 | 2023 | -0.78% | -5.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 294.01 | 2023 | -1.97% | -1.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 185.55 | 2023 | -7.25% | -9.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 155.09 | 2023 | -4.01% | -2.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 144.96 | 2023 | +11.8% | -5.67% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 130.52 | 2023 | -24.62% | -6.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 117.83 | 2023 | +3.08% | +1.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 77.58 | 2023 | +3.99% | +4.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 64.55 | 2023 | +4.01% | -1.74% | View data |
