The European market for the import of sanitary towels, tampons, napkins, and similar articles, as well as apparel and accessories of paper pulp and related materials, saw Germany, the United Kingdom, and France leading in import volume. A mixed performance was observed in 2023, with notable increases in volume for countries like Denmark, Ireland, and Luxembourg, while Poland, Sweden, and Bulgaria experienced declines. The UK and Belgium showed promising upward trends. The five-year CAGR reveals steady growth for Belgium, Romania, and Denmark, contrasting with declines in other markets.
Future trends to watch include increasing demand in sustainable and eco-friendly sanitary products, which could shift import volumes among European countries. Additionally, economic and regulatory changes, as well as consumer preferences towards hygiene products, might further impact country shares and growth rates in the coming years.
Top countries in Import of Sanitary Towels and Tampons, Napkins and Napkin Liners for Babies and Similar Sanitary Articles and Articles of Apparel and Clothing Accessories, of Paper Pulp, Paper, Cellulose Wadding or Webs of Cellulose Fibres Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 15.01 | 2023 | +2.95% | +0.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 14.24 | 2023 | +1.71% | +1.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.92 | 2023 | +1.97% | -1.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 11.84 | 2023 | +9.39% | +3.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 6.43 | 2023 | +6.3% | +2.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.44 | 2023 | +1.03% | +3.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 4.7 | 2023 | +3.2% | +0.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.97 | 2023 | +0.93% | -1.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czechia | 3.85 | 2023 | |||
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2.67 | 2023 | +2.17% | +4.57% | View data |
