The import data for European Plastics Waste Extra-EU28 in 2023 showed Germany leading at €30.85 million, closely followed by Spain, Belgium, and France, with Spain seeing the highest year-on-year growth at 8.59%. Poland displayed a significant surge in imports by 36.4%, while countries like Estonia experienced a substantial decline. Malta exhibited the highest growth rate of 17.84%, although from a lower base value.
Future trends to watch involve the possible impact of increased regulatory measures on plastic waste imports, shifts towards more sustainable practices, and the potential for technological advancements improving recycling. Moreover, economic conditions could alter import patterns, along with geopolitical factors which could influence trade relationships.
Top countries in Plastics Waste Extra-EU28 Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 30,850 | 2023 | +2.6% | +4.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 25,620 | 2023 | +5.39% | +8.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 24,030 | 2023 | +1.27% | +3.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 23,920 | 2023 | +3.69% | +4.55% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 14,060 | 2023 | +2.43% | +2.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 13,910 | 2023 | +3.86% | +9.93% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 10,690 | 2023 | +1.32% | -1.35% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 8,450 | 2023 | +6.54% | +3.39% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 7,690 | 2023 | +1.18% | +3.8% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 6,490 | 2023 | +0.23% | -0.14% | View data |
