In 2023, Germany leads European imports of self-adhesive plastic products by volume, with Belgium and France following. Over the last five years, Hungary exhibited notable growth, whereas Poland experienced a decline. Year-on-year, the largest increases were seen in Hungary and Belgium, while Poland and Slovakia saw reductions. The industry's overall growth trend is highlighted by sustained demand in countries like Italy and the Netherlands, contributing to a moderate Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over five years.
Future trends to watch include the increasing importance of sustainable materials and innovation in adhesive technology, which may shift demand patterns. Also, economic uncertainties and regulatory changes could impact the market both positively and negatively.
Top countries in Import of Self-Adhesive Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil, Tapes, Strip and Other Flat Shapes of Plastics Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 16.22 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 14.14 | 2023 | +30.24% | +14.24% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 10.88 | 2023 | +6.51% | +4.55% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.2 | 2023 | +4.56% | +2.48% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czechia | 7.35 | 2023 | |||
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 7.03 | 2023 | -1.48% | +0.057% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 6.78 | 2023 | +0.96% | +8.44% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 6.51 | 2023 | -0.34% | +3.96% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 3.79 | 2023 | +4.77% | +17.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 3.11 | 2023 | -10.18% | -9.22% | View data |
