In 2023, Germany led the European Paper and Cardboard Waste Extra-EU28 imports with 58.19 million euros, followed by the Netherlands and Italy. Germany and the Netherlands saw slight declines, while Italy experienced a larger drop of 4.08%. Austria, Spain, and Croatia showed growth with increases over 1%. The UK's imports surged by 5.93%, offsetting declines in other major economies. Latvia had the highest year-on-year growth at 15.04%, alongside gains in smaller markets like Estonia and Slovakia.
Looking forward, Europe may face shifts in demand for recyclable materials due to environmental regulations, economic changes, and shifts in manufacturing. Monitoring these trends will offer insights into future market dynamics and opportunities for growth or retraction.
Top countries in Paper and Cardboard Waste Extra-EU28 Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 58,190 | 2023 | +1.86% | -0.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 53,790 | 2023 | +3.08% | -0.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 36,900 | 2023 | +0.49% | -4.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 24,410 | 2023 | +1.47% | +0.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 10,120 | 2023 | -1.59% | -3.78% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 9,080 | 2023 | +2.83% | +0.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 8,790 | 2023 | -0.45% | +1.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 8,100 | 2023 | +4.58% | +5.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 6,090 | 2023 | +1.45% | -2.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 5,270 | 2023 | +1.37% | +2.28% | View data |
