The European import of sewing needles and similar materials shows varying trends across different countries as of 2024. Germany leads with the highest import volume, although it experienced a slight decline of 1.54%. Belgium follows, showing a robust increase of 6.89%. While Spain and the United Kingdom saw reductions of 2.86% and 4.29%, respectively, Poland and Denmark recorded notable 3.93% and 11.65% rises. France experienced a significant decline of 7.55%. Noteworthy is Latvia's substantial increase of 42.12%, reflecting a growing interest or demand in this sector.
Future trends to watch include potential recovery or growth within countries experiencing declines, as well as sustained or increased import volumes in countries showing positive growth rates. Particularly, Denmark and Cyprus's double-digit growth and Latvia's surge suggest emerging markets or changing market dynamics in these regions. Monitoring consumer trends, production advancements, and economic factors will be crucial for stakeholders in this field.
Top countries in Import of Sewing Needles, Knitting Needles, Bodkins, Crochet Hooks, Embroidery Stilettos and Similar Articles for Use in the Hand, of Iron or Steel by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 871,180 | 2023 | +6.49% | -1.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 548,450 | 2023 | +1.29% | +6.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 507,900 | 2023 | +2.19% | -2.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 403,230 | 2023 | -3.45% | -4.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 396,230 | 2023 | +4.1% | -7.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 334,550 | 2023 | +6.47% | +0.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 295,610 | 2023 | +4.67% | -1.47% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 293,260 | 2023 | +3.12% | +3.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 127,440 | 2023 | +9.38% | -3.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 122,850 | 2023 | +7.95% | +11.65% | View data |
