The Netherlands and Germany are leading contributors to intra-EU27 plastic waste imports, reflecting a significant share of metric tons. Recent trends show notable growth from countries like Romania, Greece, Croatia, Hungary, and Cyprus, indicating emerging changes in the intra-EU waste flows. Contrastingly, Poland, Italy, Ireland, Portugal, and Malta have seen declines, highlighting potential risks or policy shifts.
Future trends to monitor include compliance with stringent EU recycling regulations, advancements in waste processing technologies, and the Brexit impact on trade routes. Consideration of sustainability goals will drive changes in waste handling and import strategies.
Top countries in Plastics Waste Imports Intra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 18.54 | 2023 | +2.88% | +3.59% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 17.07 | 2023 | +4.47% | +2.21% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 8.61 | 2023 | +6.31% | +7.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 6.99 | 2023 | +2.9% | +1.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 6.4 | 2023 | +2.5% | +2.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5.42 | 2023 | +3.85% | -0.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 4.63 | 2023 | +2.96% | +1% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4.32 | 2023 | +5.86% | +3.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 4.05 | 2023 | +18.87% | +9.14% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 3.67 | 2023 | +4.25% | -0.84% | View data |
