In 2023, the largest European importer of porcelain or china tableware and kitchenware was Germany, followed by Italy and the United Kingdom. Germany, however, experienced a slight decline of 0.085% year-on-year. Italy showed significant growth at 2.18%, and the Netherlands matched this variation. Spain exhibited the strongest growth at 3.95%. On the contrary, countries like Bulgaria, Lithuania, and Estonia saw declines of 5.87%, 4.04%, and 2.77% respectively. Smaller markets show volatility, while stable growth is more characteristic of the larger economies.
Future trends to watch in the European market include:
- Further growth in markets like Spain and Luxemberg that have shown promising increases in recent years.
- Potential market shifts may occur with Germany attempting to stabilize its imports post-decline.
- Observing sustainability trends, as European consumers increasingly prefer eco-friendly materials which could influence import volume.
- The impact of fluctuating international trade policies and tariffs which may alter sourcing strategies and import volumes.
Top countries in Import of Porcelain or China Tableware and Kitchenware by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 73,129,000 | 2023 | +2.69% | -0.085% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 48,173,000 | 2023 | +9.35% | +2.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 47,725,000 | 2023 | +0.11% | +0.068% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 42,383,000 | 2023 | +3.52% | +1.62% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 39,851,000 | 2023 | +6.66% | +2.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czechia | 35,339,000 | 2023 | |||
| 7 | 7 Spain | 32,261,000 | 2023 | +19.08% | +3.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 22,287,000 | 2023 | +8.49% | +0.99% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 19,393,000 | 2023 | +2.23% | +2.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 15,270,000 | 2023 | +5.53% | +0.45% | View data |
