Based on 2023 data, Spain is the largest European importer of Kaolin, with a substantial lead followed by Italy and Belgium. Notably, Belgium showed a significant year-on-year growth of 37.17%, while Germany and France experienced sharp declines of 47.92% and 52.22%, respectively. Over a wider span, Spain and Belgium's imports have shown strong resilience and growth, highlighting their increasing demand for Kaolin. Conversely, countries like Germany and France have seen considerable contraction.
Looking ahead, European imports of Kaolin are expected to continue showing diverse trends. Stability in countries like Spain alongside potential recovery or increased infrastructure investments in other nations could drive higher importation levels. Factors such as environmental policies, economic conditions, and technological advances in processing industries will play significant roles in future Kaolin import trends.
Top countries in Import of Kaolin by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 2,119,200,000 | 2023 | +2.99% | +5.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 258,670,000 | 2023 | -3.63% | -9.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 119,100,000 | 2023 | +14.17% | +37.17% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 73,352,000 | 2023 | +4.32% | +1.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 27,946,000 | 2021 | -17.13% | -46.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czechia | 21,013,000 | 2023 | |||
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 17,692,000 | 2021 | +58.75% | -32.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 16,177,000 | 2021 | -3.08% | -42.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 14,546,000 | 2023 | -8.77% | -13.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 12,641,000 | 2023 | -34.53% | -24.08% | View data |
