The European export of plastics in primary forms shows variances among countries. As of 2023, Belgium leads with immense export volume, followed closely by Germany and the Netherlands. France, Spain, and Italy exhibit significant contributions, while the UK and other nations show varied export levels. Year-on-year changes reveal Lithuania, Bulgaria, Denmark, Malta, and Latvia with marked increases, contrasted by declines in the UK, Slovakia, Slovenia, Romania, Ireland, and Croatia. Luxembourg and Cyprus present striking growth in percentage terms, indicating potential uptrend momentum.
Future trends to monitor include increasing environmental regulations that may impact production processes and export volumes. The evolving demand for sustainable plastics, along with potential economic shifts in key European markets, will likely influence export dynamics. Carbon neutrality goals may further drive technological advancements and new market patterns in the plastics industry.
Top countries in Export of Plastics in Primary Forms by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 12,964,000,000 | 2023 | +1.63% | +1.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 12,235,000,000 | 2023 | +1.78% | +0.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 9,583,600,000 | 2023 | +1.75% | +1.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 5,945,100,000 | 2023 | +1.57% | +1.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 4,372,900,000 | 2023 | +2.29% | +1.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 3,628,000,000 | 2023 | +2% | +2.45% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 2,181,200,000 | 2023 | +2.66% | +3.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 1,745,600,000 | 2023 | +0.4% | -1.04% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1,399,600,000 | 2023 | +2.63% | +2.38% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 1,374,400,000 | 2023 | +1.34% | +1.08% | View data |
