In 2020, Germany led in European Paper and Cardboard Waste imports Extra-EU27 with a 30.14% share, followed by the Netherlands at 24.96%, and Italy at 11.66%. Between 2022 and 2023, major fluctuations were seen in Latvia and Lithuania with significant increases of over 30%, while France and Portugal experienced declines. Smaller countries like Cyprus and Malta had negligible market shares.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in Eastern European countries due to increasing industrial activities and waste management capabilities. Economic and environmental policies impacting waste trade regulations will also play a critical role in shaping these trends.
Top countries in Paper and Cardboard Waste Imports Extra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Thousand Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 30.14 | 2023 | +9.82% | +2.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 24.96 | 2023 | +5.19% | -0.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 11.66 | 2023 | +8.56% | -2.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 7.91 | 2023 | +16.03% | +0.99% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 5.55 | 2023 | -4.86% | -6.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 4.3 | 2023 | +12.54% | +7.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.17 | 2023 | +3.1% | +2.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3.16 | 2023 | +4.13% | +0.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 2.53 | 2023 | +15.91% | +0.66% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 1.75 | 2023 | +23.52% | +3.4% | View data |
