The Netherlands leads European methanol imports with 2.5607 billion kilograms as of 2023, followed by Germany and Belgium. Countries such as Poland and the United Kingdom also hold significant shares, although the UK shows a decline of 4.67% annually. Other notable declines are seen in Spain and France, whereas Romania and Lithuania demonstrate robust annual growth of over 6%. Portugal, Finland, and Ireland have shown moderate gains. Lithuania has experienced the highest growth rate at 7.25%, reflecting increased import activity. In contrast, Malta and Croatia show substantial declines. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates a diverse regional approach to methanol imports.
Looking ahead, focus on geopolitical influences that may affect trade agreements and environmental regulations driving shifts towards sustainable alternatives. Growth in the chemical and energy sectors may also propel methanol demand in regions identifying it as a key component for fuel blending and bioproduct manufacturing.
Top countries in Import of Methanol by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 2,560,700,000 | 2023 | +10.17% | +0.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,588,600,000 | 2023 | +2.09% | +1.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 1,117,800,000 | 2023 | +2.62% | +6.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 779,820,000 | 2023 | +3.19% | +0.81% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 688,200,000 | 2023 | -1.18% | -4.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 621,190,000 | 2023 | -0.069% | -1.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 599,130,000 | 2023 | -1.06% | -2.2% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 518,680,000 | 2023 | +2.58% | -2.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 360,220,000 | 2023 | +4.7% | +3.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 238,640,000 | 2023 | +3.74% | -1.24% | View data |
