In 2023, Germany led European imports of woven fabrics of jute or other textile bast fibers, experiencing a slight increase of 0.12% compared to the previous year. The Netherlands, though in second place, saw a notable decline of 4.64%, while Italy and the UK faced decreases of 9.06% and 6.05%, respectively. Conversely, France and Slovenia have shown a strong growth trend with increases of 7.19% and 25.25%. While Belgium, though a key player, saw a minor decrease of 0.94%, countries like Ireland and Portugal faced significant drops, particularly Portugal with a 25.74% decrease.
Future trends to watch for include a potential shift in the import hierarchy, driven by economic recovery, sustainability demands, and supply chain adaptation. Monitoring emerging markets, growth in Eastern European countries, and the impact of EU trade policies will be vital as these factors are likely to influence import dynamics significantly.
Top countries in Import of Woven Fabrics of Jute or of Other Textile Bast Fibres by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Square Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 28,499,000 | 2023 | +2.96% | +0.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 23,422,000 | 2023 | +9.73% | -4.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 14,147,000 | 2023 | +7.69% | -9.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 9,469,100 | 2023 | -7.28% | -6.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 4,576,800 | 2023 | +11.31% | -0.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4,023,100 | 2023 | +19.37% | +3.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 2,456,800 | 2023 | +1.45% | +3.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 1,531,200 | 2023 | +14.15% | +7.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 562,580 | 2023 | +8.32% | +1.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 482,660 | 2023 | -0.9% | -0.44% | View data |
