In 2023, Italy led the European export market for wadding and articles thereof with a 43.52% share, showing strong year-on-year growth of 18.61%. Greece and Croatia also saw significant increases, with growth rates of 29.43% and 17.53%, respectively. In contrast, Germany experienced a substantial decline of -29.09%. France held the second spot with 11.48%, although it experienced a slight decline. The UK ceased exporting entirely, marking a -100% drop. Over five years, Italy, Greece, and Croatia emerged as consistent performers, while traditional exporters like Germany and France faced challenges.
Future trends to watch include the recovery or further decline of Germany's share and whether Italy will maintain its leading position. Attention should also be given to emerging markets like Greece and Croatia, which are showing rapid growth. Monitoring these trends will provide insights into shifts in the European export landscape.
Top countries in Export of Wadding and Articles Thereof Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 43.52 | 2023 | +0.62% | +18.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 11.48 | 2023 | -1.9% | -1.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 8.87 | 2023 | +3.09% | +3.5% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.88 | 2023 | +2.84% | +7.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 5.32 | 2023 | +4.93% | +1.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 5.24 | 2023 | +1.23% | -29.09% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 4.17 | 2023 | +1.89% | +29.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 4.11 | 2023 | +4.1% | +4.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 3.49 | 2023 | +2.22% | +2.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.54 | 2023 | +2% | +6.26% | View data |
