The Netherlands leads European imports of button blanks, button moulds, and other button parts, comprising a significant share of the market. In 2023, the Netherlands experienced a slight decline of 4.05%, while Italy and Spain saw larger decreases. Countries like Romania and Portugal showed positive growth, contrasting the general downward trend in prominent markets such as Germany and the UK. Smaller markets like Finland and Estonia demonstrated robust growth, suggesting a shift in supplier focus.
Future trends to watch include shifting import dynamics toward Eastern Europe and Scandinavian countries, driven by increased production capability and strategic supplier realignment, alongside sustainable sourcing practices driving future growth.
Top countries in Import of Button Blanks, Button Moulds and Other Parts of Buttons Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 89.12 | 2023 | +25% | -4.05% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 2.43 | 2023 | -10.14% | -12.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 1.88 | 2023 | -7.4% | -7.88% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 1.7 | 2023 | -0.011% | -6.27% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Bulgaria | 1.18 | 2023 | +0.87% | -15.23% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 0.68 | 2023 | -8.26% | -15.2% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 0.59 | 2023 | +0.74% | +3.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 0.5 | 2021 | +42.5% | -27.84% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 0.45 | 2023 | +2.11% | +6.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 0.28 | 2023 | -12.65% | -14.56% | View data |
