This analysis reviews the export of natural cork, debarked or roughly squared, in rectangular or square blocks, plates, sheets, or strips from European countries. Portugal dominates this market, despite a 7.91% decline in 2023. Spain and Italy follow, with Spain achieving modest growth of 2.56%, while Italy remained stable. Noteworthy growth came from Poland at 16.15%, and Denmark at 43.57%. Meanwhile, the UK faced a steep decline with an 18.99% decrease. Overall, smaller exporting countries such as Latvia and Belgium exhibited significant percentage increases, albeit from a smaller base.
Future trends to monitor include the potential for innovation in sustainable and eco-friendly cork uses, potential technological advancements in cork production that may impact export volumes, and the role of emerging markets in European export strategies. Additionally, fluctuations in demand for natural materials and changes in international trade agreements could further influence these markets.
Top countries in Export of Natural Cork, Debacked or Roughly Squared, in Rectangular or Square Blocks, Plates, Sheets or Strips by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Portugal | 28,350,000 | 2023 | +2.87% | -7.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 12,859,000 | 2023 | -14.98% | +2.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 2,711,300 | 2023 | -28.7% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 785,970 | 2023 | +6.07% | +16.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 93,830 | 2023 | +5.95% | +2.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 15,100 | 2023 | -6.76% | -18.99% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 12,930 | 2023 | +25.38% | -12.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 10,550 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Germany | 9,890 | 2023 | -4.69% | +3.81% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 7,180 | 2023 | -7.25% | +13.58% | View data |
