In 2023, Sweden led European imports of mechanical and semi-chemical wood pulp with 266.86 thousand metric tons, followed closely by the Netherlands and Germany. Notably, Poland, France, and the United Kingdom showed variations in imports, with France experiencing a decline of 5.17%. Smaller markets like Latvia showed a dramatic increase, albeit from a low base, while Austria faced the steepest decline. Cyprus had a notable cessation of imports. Over the past five years, a mixed pattern of growth and decline has shaped the landscape, marked by various country-specific trends and shifts in import levels.
Looking ahead, expect demographic shifts and technological innovations to influence demand. Environmental regulations and sustainability practices could reshape supply chains and trade dynamics across the wood pulp industry. Keep an eye on policy changes and market adaptability facilitating new growth opportunities and challenges in wood pulp imports across Europe.
Top countries in Mechanical and Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 266.86 | 2023 | +2.58% | +1.43% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 234.57 | 2023 | +2.32% | +4.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 223.34 | 2023 | +1.06% | +4.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 179.94 | 2023 | -1.4% | +3.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 79.67 | 2023 | +5.65% | +4.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 73.64 | 2023 | +1.78% | -5.17% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 35.42 | 2023 | +6.49% | +3.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 28.06 | 2023 | -6.06% | -4.79% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 22.74 | 2023 | +1.74% | +3.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 13.3 | 2023 | -14.91% | +2.54% | View data |
