The European import of prepared meals and dishes based on pasta is led by the United Kingdom, accounting for 22.62 kilograms, followed by Germany and France. The United Kingdom and France saw a healthy growth in imports, up by 6.68% and 6.77%, respectively, compared to the previous year. The Netherlands exhibited the highest growth among top importers with a 10.26% increase. Countries like Croatia and Portugal posted significant increases in imports. However, Ireland and Malta experienced declines. The five-year CAGR indicates moderate growth, driven by demand in markets like the UK, France, and the Netherlands.
Looking ahead, consumers' growing preference for convenient meal solutions points to continued growth in pasta-based prepared meals. Sustainability and health-oriented product innovations will likely influence import patterns, shaping the competitive landscape in the European market.
Top countries in Import of Prepared Meals and Dishes Based on Pasta Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 22.62 | 2023 | +1.92% | +6.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 16.08 | 2023 | +2.06% | +0.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.96 | 2023 | +3.79% | +6.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 10.67 | 2023 | +9.07% | +10.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 8.73 | 2023 | +2.91% | +1.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 3.95 | 2023 | +6.81% | +1.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 3.37 | 2023 | +3.03% | +5.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 3.16 | 2023 | +3.81% | +5.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 2.84 | 2023 | +5.74% | +8.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 2.39 | 2023 | +2.9% | +3.1% | View data |