Iceland and Norway lead Europe in per-capita salt imports, although both saw slight declines in 2023 by -1.69% and -1.95%, respectively. Lithuania exhibited significant growth of 8.03%, while notable increases were also observed in the Netherlands (6.96%) and Spain (18.47%). Conversely, Ireland and Slovenia experienced substantial reductions at -8.54% and -5.97%, respectively. The Netherlands and Spain showed sharp 5-year CAGR increases, indicating burgeoning demand. Overall, a mixed trend is observed with moderate rises and falls across countries.
Future trends to watch for European salt imports include the sustained growth in emerging markets like Lithuania, the Netherlands, and Spain and potential stabilization in leading importers such as Iceland and Norway. The evolving industrial and food processing demands alongside regional economic shifts will significantly influence the distribution patterns.
Top countries in Salt Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons Per Capita | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 0.25 | 2023 | -12.37% | -1.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 0.23 | 2023 | +0.87% | -1.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Lithuania | 0.13 | 2023 | +19.63% | +8.03% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 0.11 | 2023 | 0% | -1.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 0.11 | 2023 | +5.71% | -5.97% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 0.099 | 2023 | +12.5% | -0.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 0.097 | 2023 | +19.75% | +0.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 0.088 | 2023 | +11.39% | -2.52% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 0.082 | 2023 | +2.5% | -0.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 0.079 | 2023 | +14.49% | 0% | View data |
