In 2023, Germany and the United Kingdom were the largest European importers of paper and paperboard from non-EU countries, with Germany slightly leading. Italy and France experienced declines in imports, while countries like Sweden, the Netherlands, and Croatia saw notable increases. Smaller importers, such as Malta and Norway, showed impressive growth percentages year-on-year, contrasting with significant decreases in countries like Slovenia and Estonia.
Looking to the future, the European market's focus may shift towards sustainable practices, pushing for changes in import patterns. Watch for policies promoting eco-friendly packaging, which could affect the demand and source mix of these imports.
Top countries in Paper and Paperboard Imports from Non-EU Countries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,170 | 2023 | -6.1% | -0.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 1,130 | 2023 | -0.75% | +1.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 835.97 | 2023 | -0.4% | -3.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 356.04 | 2023 | -0.23% | +4.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 342.52 | 2023 | -14% | -2.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 331.13 | 2023 | -2.86% | -4.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 271.08 | 2023 | -3.73% | +3.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 243.5 | 2023 | +31.08% | -1.87% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 127.26 | 2023 | +1.1% | -0.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 126.21 | 2023 | +5.14% | -0.93% | View data |
