The Netherlands led in European exports of food-grade salt in 2023, with 24.6% share, facing a slight decline of 2.65% year-on-year. Spain noticeably increased by 5.73%, while Germany saw a decrease of 3.16%. The UK also experienced a fall of 3.75%. Eastern European countries like Hungary and Croatia marked significant rises of over 8%. Conversely, Portugal dropped sharply by 9.76%. Notably, Denmark expanded by 10.62% and Ireland by 12.92%, indicating emerging strongholds.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in countries like Ireland and Malta, and the sustainability of Spain's rising trajectory. Monitoring geopolitical factors, climate impact on salt production, and shifts towards healthier diets impacting salt consumption will be crucial for this market segment. It is essential to observe policies affecting trade flows and the role of innovation in production technologies.
Top countries in Export of Food-Grade Salt Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 24.6 | 2023 | +2.74% | -2.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 17.12 | 2023 | +6.35% | +5.73% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 14.5 | 2023 | -4.16% | -3.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 9.28 | 2023 | -1.47% | -3.75% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6.28 | 2023 | +3.42% | -2.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 6.25 | 2023 | +4.76% | +4.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5.88 | 2023 | -3.51% | -0.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 4.2 | 2023 | -2.03% | -0.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 2.59 | 2023 | +3.72% | +10.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 2.13 | 2023 | +6.4% | +8.31% | View data |
