Based on the data, France holds the highest import share of non-metallic minerals in Europe, followed closely by the Netherlands and Germany. While France witnessed a slight increase of 0.045% in 2023, the Netherlands experienced a significant growth of 1.6%. In contrast, Germany's share declined by 2.16%. Noteworthy positive variations include Romania (+10.63%), Denmark (+3.75%), and Croatia (+7.33%), reflecting dynamic changes in their import activities.
Conversely, countries like Hungary (-9.01%), Spain (-2.17%), and Finland (-3.36%) showed a downward trend. The overall European market remains diverse, with many countries contributing smaller but essential shares to the import landscape.
Future trends to watch:
- Environmental regulations impacting mining and supply chains.
- Technological advancements in mineral extraction and processing.
- Economic policies affecting trade between European countries.
- Ongoing geopolitical developments influencing supply routes.
Top countries in Non-Metallic Minerals Imports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 12.17 | 2023 | -0.089% | +0.045% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 11.48 | 2023 | +0.23% | +1.6% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 9.22 | 2023 | +1.77% | -2.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 8.81 | 2023 | +0.24% | +0.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 6.52 | 2023 | +2.39% | +2.48% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.54 | 2023 | +3.49% | +3.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4.6 | 2023 | +11.83% | +0.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3.78 | 2023 | +1.1% | -2.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 3.14 | 2023 | -0.65% | +3.75% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 3.02 | 2023 | -0.51% | -1.57% | View data |
