The European import of unrefined copper and copper anodes for electrolytic refining in 2023 showcases Belgium as the largest importer with a significant year-on-year decrease of 8.9%. Germany and Austria follow, with minor variations. Notably, the Netherlands and Finland experienced substantial growth, with increases of 58.19% and 37.1% respectively. Other countries like Slovakia and Slovenia experienced strong growth, while nations like Sweden, Hungary, and Estonia saw declines. The larger countries generally showed modest changes, while smaller markets exhibited significant volatility.
Future trends to watch for include further fluctuations due to geopolitical developments and sustainability efforts. Increased demand for green energy technologies and electric vehicles might drive a shift in import dynamics, with potential growth opportunities in non-traditional importers aiming to enhance their supply chains.
Top countries in Import of Unrefined Copper, Copper Anodes for Electrolytic Refining by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 157,200,000 | 2023 | -1.64% | -8.9% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 96,513,000 | 2023 | +8.48% | -0.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 62,446,000 | 2023 | +3.24% | +8.85% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 23,854,000 | 2023 | -3% | +58.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6,542,800 | 2023 | -10.5% | +7.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 6,232,500 | 2023 | +6.34% | +9.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 5,854,000 | 2023 | +6.35% | -3.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 2,089,500 | 2023 | +3.67% | -4.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 312,970 | 2023 | +7.07% | -0.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 257,480 | 2021 | +755.95% | -8.47% | View data |
