The Netherlands and Germany lead the intra-EU27 plastics waste imports, each holding over 17% market share in 2020. Together with Poland, Italy, and Belgium, these nations dominate with strong waste management and recycling industries. In 2023, notable year-on-year growth was observed in Hungary and Malta, marking a shift in waste management infrastructure. Conversely, significant declines were seen in Slovakia and Cyprus. Over the past five years, fluctuations in national policies and recycling incentives influenced these trends.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increased investments in recycling technologies.
- Potential regulatory changes impacting import behaviors.
- Growing emphasis on sustainability driving intra-EU cooperation.
Top countries in Plastics Waste Imports Intra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Thousand Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 18.17 | 2023 | +3.65% | +4.31% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 17.99 | 2023 | +7.75% | +4.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 9.67 | 2023 | +12.31% | +3.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 6.54 | 2023 | +4.61% | -1.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6.48 | 2023 | +2.63% | -4.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.94 | 2023 | +3.4% | +1.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5.73 | 2023 | +6.28% | +0.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 5.52 | 2023 | +10.02% | +5.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 3.94 | 2023 | +13.52% | +5.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 3.77 | 2023 | +15.49% | -1.96% | View data |
