In 2023, Germany led European charcoal imports, though facing a notable decline of 13.32%. Italy and Norway showed positive growth, with increases of 4.03% and 5.13%, respectively. Conversely, Greece and Croatia saw declines, while Belgium exhibited a significant rise at 12.91%. Serbia and Slovakia experienced drastic reductions, each with a -100% change. The overall variation highlights divergent trends across countries, with some expanding their import volumes, while others contract. Notably, smaller markets like Iceland and Latvia faced significant percentage decreases in import volumes. Germany's leading position, despite its decline, indicates its robust market presence.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts due to environmental regulations impacting charcoal usage. Countries experiencing increases might continue to strengthen their market positions. Monitoring policies and preferences influencing sustainable alternatives will be critical for understanding future European charcoal import patterns. Additionally, fluctuations in supply chains and geopolitical factors could affect these trends.
Top countries in Imports of Charcoal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 115 | 2023 | +1.77% | -13.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 75.34 | 2023 | +2.21% | +4.03% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 58.05 | 2023 | +2.87% | -4.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 53.93 | 2023 | +2.77% | +5.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 36.7 | 2023 | 0% | +12.91% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 26.34 | 2023 | +2.97% | -2.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 15.94 | 2023 | +29.85% | +0.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 14.54 | 2023 | +2.56% | +3.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 9.27 | 2023 | -88.36% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 9 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
