In 2023, the United Kingdom led European imports of pen or pencil sets (by weight) with notable contributions from the Netherlands, Spain, and Germany. Ireland experienced the highest growth, whereas France saw a significant decline. Countries like Poland, Ireland, Greece, and Cyprus marked double-digit growth rates, while Italy and Slovakia recorded substantial decreases. Over the past five years, trends varied but reflected shifts in consumer preferences and supply chain dynamics.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in digital literacy impacting writing instrument demand, evolving trade policies influencing import volumes, and sustainability trends driving shifts towards eco-friendly writing products across Europe.
Top countries in Import of Pen or Pencil Sets Containing Two or More Writing Instruments Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 22.07 | 2023 | -1.62% | +0.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 16.24 | 2023 | +2.68% | +4.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 10.19 | 2023 | -5.19% | -5.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 9.24 | 2023 | +2.45% | -1.12% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 7.48 | 2023 | +3.75% | -3.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 7.16 | 2023 | +1.58% | -10.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 5.82 | 2023 | +3.01% | +6.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 4.26 | 2023 | +1.63% | +10.63% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 3.25 | 2023 | -39.48% | -16.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 2.73 | 2023 | +12.61% | +18.1% | View data |
