In 2023, France led European imports of cast-iron tubes, pipes, and hollow profiles at 110.44 million kilograms, reflecting a modest growth of 2.94% from 2022. Germany followed at 61.438 million kilograms, boasting a significant year-on-year increase of 10.88%. Italy and Spain also marked growths of 6.3% and 9.02%, respectively. The UK saw a minimal rise of 0.078%, while Belgium experienced a decline of 2.28%. Notably, Slovakia showed remarkable growth at 60.83%, and Cyprus grew by 25.49%, contrasting with negative trends in countries like Poland, Lithuania, and Bulgaria.
Future trends to watch include the continued strong performance of Slovakia and potential market recovery for those countries facing declines, such as Poland and Bulgaria. The fluctuating geopolitical landscape may also impact trade dynamics, possibly affecting import volumes and geopolitical trade policies, which could significantly steer future import patterns in the sector across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Tubes, Pipes and Hollow Profiles of Cast-Iron by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 110,440,000 | 2023 | +8.22% | +2.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 61,438,000 | 2023 | +8.66% | +10.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 60,017,000 | 2023 | +2% | +6.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 45,472,000 | 2023 | +20.84% | +9.02% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 32,093,000 | 2023 | +0.27% | +0.078% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 18,378,000 | 2023 | +1.17% | -2.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 15,748,000 | 2023 | +5.51% | +60.83% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 14,302,000 | 2023 | +6.98% | +5.05% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 12,588,000 | 2023 | -2.74% | -2.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 8,722,500 | 2023 | -8.68% | -10.32% | View data |
