The European import landscape for natural cork in various forms, measured in million kilograms, showcases diverse dynamics across countries. Spain leads, registering a significant year-on-year increase of about 22.49%, followed by Slovakia. Notably, France and Ireland have seen substantial import spikes over 40%, while Croatia and Estonia also witnessed remarkable growth at 140.56% and 105.85% respectively. Conversely, countries such as Hungary, Germany, and Romania experienced declines, highlighting unique market variances. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate has underscored Portugal and Slovakia’s steady markets amidst fluctuating import patterns elsewhere.
Future trends to monitor include:
- The potential continued rise in northern European imports, boosted by sustainable product demand.
- The impact of environmental policies on cork production and logistics.
- Possible shifts in production centers and their effects on European import topography.
Top countries in Import of Natural Cork, Debacked or Roughly Squared, in Rectangular or Square Blocks, Plates, Sheets or Strips by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 5,860,400 | 2023 | +11.74% | +22.49% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovakia | 4,352,700 | 2023 | +2.79% | +7.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 1,747,700 | 2023 | +0.63% | +0.002% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czechia | 1,393,500 | 2023 | |||
| 5 | 5 Poland | 742,310 | 2023 | +6.53% | +8.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 317,220 | 2023 | +1.36% | -2.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 204,720 | 2023 | +23.82% | +40.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 40,750 | 2023 | +4.82% | +40.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 39,660 | 2023 | -12.34% | +0.54% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 33,860 | 2021 | +68% | -19.36% | View data |
