In 2023, Belgium dominated European imports of odoriferous substances in the food and drink industry with a significant share of 34.33%. Other major importers included the United Kingdom at 25.48% and Denmark at 6.7%. While many countries saw modest increases, Belgium experienced a notable surge of 48.91% in its import share. In contrast, Germany’s share decreased slightly by 1.02%, and Ireland saw a decline of 1.62%.
Looking ahead, future trends to watch for include:
- Belgium sustaining its leading importer status due to increased demand or competitive advantages.
- Potential recovery in countries with declining imports like Germany and Ireland.
- Growth stabilization in markets like the UK, Italy, and Spain, which showed positive growth trajectories.
Top countries in Import of Mixtures of Odoriferous Substances of a Kind Used in the Food or Drink Industries Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 34.33 | 2023 | +67.03% | +48.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 25.48 | 2023 | +5.08% | +8.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Denmark | 6.7 | 2023 | +14.15% | +3.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 5.08 | 2023 | +4.83% | +4.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 3.93 | 2023 | +1.03% | -1.02% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 3.53 | 2023 | +2.11% | +2.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.21 | 2023 | +2.11% | +0.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.11 | 2023 | +2.8% | +14.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2.97 | 2023 | +4.88% | +7.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 2.92 | 2023 | +2.64% | +4.97% | View data |
