In 2023, Czechia led the European import market for refractory ceramic constructional goods with an 11.01% share by weight. This was followed by Austria, Germany, and Italy with shares of approximately 10.34%, 10.1%, and 8.85%, respectively. Notably, Portugal's share saw an impressive 11.86% increase. On the contrary, Ireland (-29.31%) and Luxembourg (-30.45%) faced significant declines, with Germany and Poland also experiencing notable reductions.
Future Trends to Watch:
- Continued growth of Eastern European countries like Czechia and Poland in the import market.
- Potential recovery in countries with declining shares, such as Germany and Ireland, by adapting to sustainability practices in refractory goods.
- Impact of economic recovery post-COVID-19 on import patterns across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Refractory Ceramic Constructional Goods Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czechia | 11.01 | 2023 | |||
| 2 | 2 Austria | 10.34 | 2023 | +4.49% | +1.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 10.1 | 2023 | -4.37% | -7.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.85 | 2023 | +1.41% | -5.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.11 | 2023 | +1.21% | -4.85% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 6.89 | 2023 | +2.13% | -2.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 6.89 | 2023 | +4.19% | +0.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 6.61 | 2023 | +4.7% | +2.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 5.34 | 2023 | +3.25% | +11.86% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 5.3 | 2023 | +7.51% | +4.93% | View data |
