Germany leads European plastics waste exports within the EU28, exporting 798.21 thousand metric tons in 2023, with a year-on-year increase of 3.73%. France, Netherlands, and Belgium follow, but Belgium experienced a decline of 2.21%. Noteworthy increases were seen in the United Kingdom and Slovakia, with 7.02% and 8.43% respectively. Croatia reported a significant 10.35% rise. Over the past five years, variations showcase gradual but consistent growth in most countries, highlighting the EU's intra-market dynamics and the increasing focus on sustainable waste management.
Future trends to watch include regulatory changes affecting plastic waste exports, advancements in recycling technologies, and a potential shift toward more sustainable materials. These could influence the intra-EU trade significantly, either increasing or redistributing plastic waste exports among member countries.
Top countries in Plastics Waste Intra-EU28 Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 798,210 | 2023 | +2.9% | +3.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 388,420 | 2023 | +1.19% | +1.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 357,890 | 2023 | +2.22% | +3.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 273,920 | 2023 | +3.16% | -2.21% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 248,280 | 2023 | +4.08% | +7.02% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 212,110 | 2023 | +2.62% | +3.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 207,190 | 2023 | +3.19% | +3.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 148,540 | 2023 | +3.39% | +3.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 90,100 | 2023 | +2.14% | +6.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 89,490 | 2023 | +2.92% | +3.7% | View data |
