France remains the leading European importer of polishes and creams for wood maintenance, with a 2.58% increase in 2023. Italy, however, shows notable growth at 12.91%, surpassing Germany and Spain, which observed moderate growth and a slight decline, respectively. The Netherlands and the UK experienced significant declines in import volumes, at -9.91% and -14.53%, respectively. Smaller markets like Lithuania and Latvia showed positive growth, whereas Baltic countries such as Estonia and Finland faced reductions. Bulgaria recorded the steepest decline at -14.11%. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate is varied, reflecting regional differences in demand and market saturation.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased demand driven by eco-conscious consumer trends favoring sustainable wood care products. Additionally, the ongoing digital transformation in logistics could optimize supply chains, mitigating import volatility. Italian and French markets are projected to further consolidate their positions, with Eastern European countries like Poland also emerging as significant players with upward demand trajectories.
Top countries in Import of Polishes, Creams and Similar Preparations, Used for the Maintenance of Wooden Furniture, Floors or Other Woodwork by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 7,785,700 | 2023 | -2.95% | +2.58% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 3,640,700 | 2023 | -2.49% | +12.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 3,078,800 | 2023 | +0.51% | +2.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 2,985,100 | 2023 | -7.22% | -1.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 2,556,200 | 2023 | -0.052% | -1.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 2,304,400 | 2023 | -3.44% | +7.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 2,284,800 | 2023 | -0.7% | +5.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 1,844,700 | 2023 | +1.72% | +4.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1,450,600 | 2023 | +5.24% | +1.92% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 1,278,300 | 2023 | +1.54% | +2.21% | View data |
