In 2023, Germany was the largest importer of plastic tableware and kitchenware in Europe, with significant imports across top economies like France, the UK, and the Netherlands. Denmark and Croatia showed notable growth rates, increasing their imports by 9.36% and 11.57% respectively. Meanwhile, Portugal and Ireland experienced declines in their import volumes by 1.94% and 3.72%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increasing imports in emerging markets like Croatia and Hungary, indicating a growing demand in these regions.
- The impact of sustainability initiatives on plastic import volumes, as countries may shift towards environmentally friendly alternatives.
- Geopolitical and economic changes affecting trade relationships, influencing import volumes in key countries like Germany and the UK.
Top countries in Import of Tableware, Kitchenware, Other Household Articles and Toilet Articles of Plastics by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 214,320,000 | 2023 | +2.44% | +2.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 174,640,000 | 2023 | +2.91% | -0.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 143,050,000 | 2023 | +0.76% | +0.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 130,610,000 | 2023 | +6.78% | +2.22% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 83,725,000 | 2023 | +2.56% | +2.02% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 81,579,000 | 2023 | +1.79% | -1.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 68,445,000 | 2023 | +5.93% | -0.36% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 62,458,000 | 2023 | +8.37% | +9.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 50,545,000 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Poland | 46,167,000 | 2023 | +3.36% | +2.62% | View data |
