The European import landscape for tools, tool bodies and handles, and broom or brush bodies and handles of wood, as well as boot and shoe lasts and trees of wood, is dominated by France, Germany, and the Netherlands, with France being the most significant importer among them. In 2023, France saw an increase in imports by 3.46%, while Germany experienced a decrease of 2.29%. Notably, Romania showed the highest growth with a 13.04% increase, and significant growth was also seen in Hungary (6.38%) and Greece (11.59%). Conversely, the United Kingdom saw a notable decrease of 7.27%.
Looking ahead, further growth is expected from countries like Romania and Hungary, which have shown consistent rises. Observers should closely monitor potential fluctuations in economic policies and trade agreements, which could impact countries such as the United Kingdom and Belgium adversely. Furthermore, growing environmental concerns and the push towards sustainable materials may influence the import patterns of these wood-based products across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Tools, Tool Bodies and Handles and Broom or Brush Bodies and Handles of Wood, Boot and Shoe Lasts and Trees of Wood Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 34.41 | 2023 | +5.53% | +3.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 19.19 | 2023 | -1.96% | -2.29% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 6.87 | 2023 | +8.62% | +6.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 5.09 | 2023 | -1.11% | -3.57% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 4.87 | 2023 | -1.66% | -7.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 4.47 | 2023 | +5.03% | +13.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czechia | 3.69 | 2023 | |||
| 8 | 8 Austria | 3.39 | 2023 | +4.53% | +2.48% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.97 | 2023 | +3.55% | +7.97% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 2.84 | 2023 | -1.75% | -1.78% | View data |
