In 2023, Italy led European exports of salt suitable for human consumption, followed by Greece and Portugal. Notable year-on-year increases in exports were seen in Malta, Spain, and Ireland, with Malta showing a significant surge of 62.18%. Conversely, countries like Slovenia, Slovakia, and Lithuania experienced notable decreases. Over the last five years, export trends have varied, with some countries consistently growing while others faced declines. The cumulative annual growth rate (CAGR) across these nations illustrates the average variation in export volumes.
Looking ahead, fluctuations in demand, environmental regulations, and shifts in international trade agreements may impact future export patterns. Emerging markets and sustainable production methods are critical trends to monitor within the European salt export industry.
Top countries in Export of Salt Suitable for Human Consumption by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 358,440,000 | 2023 | +13.39% | +3.59% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Greece | 177,460,000 | 2023 | -0.6% | +1.64% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 89,849,000 | 2023 | -0.077% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 68,789,000 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 5 | 5 Poland | 68,565,000 | 2023 | +3.42% | -2.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 68,271,000 | 2023 | +4.76% | +4.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 64,213,000 | 2023 | -3.51% | -0.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 61,826,000 | 2023 | -0.36% | +11.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 61,151,000 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 50,540,000 | 2023 | -85.94% | View data |
