In 2023, Germany, with a 25.69% share, led intra-EU28 imports of copper, aluminum, and nickel waste, followed by Italy and Belgium. Italy and Poland showed notable growth at 2.76% and 2.2% respectively, while the Netherlands experienced a decline of 1.17%. Eastern European countries like Hungary and Slovakia posted significant increases at 5.0% and 5.09% respectively, reflecting a dynamic shift in the market. Conversely, countries like Denmark and Cyprus saw steep declines at 8.11% and 18.69%, respectively.
Future trends to monitor include potential shifts due to environmental regulations impacting Europe’s recycling markets and technological advancements enhancing material separation efficiencies. The expansion of secondary raw materials markets is likely to affect intra-EU trade dynamics significantly.
Top countries in Copper, Aluminium and Nickel Waste Intra-EU28 Imports Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25.69 | 2023 | +2.05% | +2.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13.77 | 2023 | +2.4% | +2.76% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 8.53 | 2023 | +0.62% | +0.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.56 | 2023 | +3.7% | +2.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 7.32 | 2023 | +2.85% | +2.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 6.11 | 2023 | +2.41% | +2.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 5.55 | 2023 | +0.41% | -1.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 5.41 | 2023 | +0.7% | +0.018% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Luxembourg | 3 | 2023 | +0.8% | -1.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 2.6 | 2023 | +2.85% | +2.95% | View data |
