In 2023, Spain was the largest European importer of Artificial Filament Tow of Acetate, despite a significant 27.75% decrease from the previous year. Noteworthy increases were observed in Belgium (5.87%), Lithuania (1.83%), and Hungary (2.22%). Portugal experienced the most considerable growth at 70.96%, indicating a possible shift in demand or supply chain for this product. Conversely, countries like Germany (-6.64%), Italy (-11.45%), and Sweden (-28.57%) saw declines, potentially reflecting local economic conditions or shifts to alternative materials. The import landscape is diverse, with several countries showing small, stable imports.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in Portugal, potentially becoming a larger player in the import market.
- Monitoring Spain's position to see if it rebounds or continues to decrease in import volumes.
- Assessment of Belgium and Romania's steady increases to determine if they represent a broader regional demand shift.
- Evaluating the impact of economic and environmental policies on Germany and Italy's continued decline.
Top countries in Import of Artificial Filament Tow of Acetate by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 7,085,100,000 | 2023 | -50.46% | -27.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 21,957,000 | 2023 | +1.31% | -1.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 16,251,000 | 2023 | +7.84% | +5.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 11,060,000 | 2023 | +2.32% | +1.37% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 9,790,100 | 2023 | +1.97% | +1.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Germany | 7,253,600 | 2023 | +2.61% | -6.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 5,280,400 | 2023 | +1.98% | -1.07% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 4,637,500 | 2023 | -7.06% | -11.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 3,974,700 | 2023 | +0.76% | +2.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 2,868,400 | 2023 |
