In 2023, Germany led the European import of citric acid and its salts and esters, accounting for a 22.75% share, followed by the Netherlands (12.28%), and Italy (9.35%). Other significant importers included Poland (8.31%) and Spain (7.32%). Notable growth was observed in countries like Luxembourg with an 11.39% increase, Slovenia at 5.25%, and Denmark at 5.02%. Conversely, Estonia experienced a decline of 2.62%, and Spain showed a decrease of 1.94%.
Future trends to monitor include potential shifts in import shares driven by changing industrial needs, economic conditions, and emerging sustainability regulations impacting production and sourcing strategies across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Citric Acid and Its Salts and Esters Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 22.75 | 2023 | +2.26% | +2.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 12.28 | 2023 | +2.39% | +5.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.35 | 2023 | +3.16% | +3.92% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 8.31 | 2023 | +3.02% | +1.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 7.32 | 2023 | +2.39% | -1.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 7.31 | 2023 | +0.37% | +1.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 6.72 | 2023 | +2.45% | +3.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 6.27 | 2023 | +1.03% | +1.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 4.26 | 2023 | +1.73% | +1.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 2.49 | 2023 | +2.27% | +5.02% | View data |
