In 2023, Germany emerged as the leading European importer of sweet biscuits and waffles, with the United Kingdom and France following closely. The Netherlands, Spain, and Belgium were also significant importers. Year-on-year variations showed Germany and the Netherlands experienced modest growth, while Spain, Romania, Portugal, and other Eastern European countries like Slovakia and Bulgaria led in increased imports. In contrast, France and Belgium saw a decline, and the United Kingdom remained almost stable. Amidst smaller importers, Estonia, Bulgaria, Hungary, and Denmark showed significant growth, whereas Malta faced the largest decline. The last five years exhibited a gradual upward trend overall.
Future trends to watch include the impact of potential trade barriers from Brexit on the UK imports, shifts in consumer preferences towards healthier options, and rising demand in Eastern and Southern European markets. The continued growth in the digital platforms might also drive variations in how products are distributed across borders, influencing import dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Sweet Biscuits and Waffles by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 87,400,000 | 2023 | +2.53% | +1.83% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 79,108,000 | 2023 | +1.39% | -0.1% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 71,559,000 | 2023 | -3.24% | -2.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 58,513,000 | 2023 | +1.62% | +1.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 37,865,000 | 2023 | -1.12% | +3.01% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 36,717,000 | 2023 | +1.43% | -1.52% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 30,741,000 | 2023 | +1.57% | +2.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 29,374,000 | 2023 | +1.99% | +2.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 28,680,000 | 2023 | +4.67% | +7.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czechia | 24,622,000 | 2023 |
