In 2023, Ukraine dominated European charcoal exports with 68.1 thousand metric tons, followed by Germany at 10.28. Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia exported 8.1 and 5.51 thousand metric tons, respectively. Italy exhibited remarkable growth with a 68.4% increase, while Latvia and Lithuania witnessed declines of 17.1% and 18.43%, respectively. Norway and Bulgaria also showed decreases of 6.15% and 5.73%. Overall, Croatia displayed significant year-on-year growth at 10.88%.
Looking ahead, the trends suggest the need for attention on Italy's rapid growth, the impacts of decreasing volumes from Latvia and Lithuania, and efforts by emerging exporters such as Croatia to strengthen their market positions.
Top countries in Exports of Charcoal Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 68.1 | 2023 | +3.84% | +1.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 10.28 | 2023 | +7.41% | +1.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 8.1 | 2023 | -0.74% | +2.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 5.51 | 2023 | +44.99% | +10.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 3.29 | 2022 | -100% | -100% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 2.15 | 2023 | +1.63% | -17.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 1.53 | 2023 | +1.29% | +68.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 0.77 | 2023 | +91.41% | -6.15% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 0.77 | 2023 | +65.86% | +2.27% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 0.46 | 2023 | +2.91% | -5.73% | View data |
