Germany dominated the European import of Polyamide in primary forms in 2023, holding a substantial share, but it experienced a slight decline in its import volume. Italy, the second largest importer, showed notable growth. Belgium and France observed a decrease in imports, while smaller players like Portugal and Romania displayed strong growth, with Portugal leading in import increase percentage. Countries such as Malta and Ireland saw significant drops in their volumes. Overall, there were mixed trends across Europe, with some countries increasing their import shares while others decreased slightly or remained stable.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in imports by countries that have shown recent growth, like Cyprus and Portugal, as their economies adapt to high-tech and specialty applications requiring advanced materials. Additionally, shifts in the automotive and textile sectors could influence Polyamide demand, potentially benefiting Italy and Germany, considering their industrial capacities. Sustainability trends may also steer innovation and influence volume, creating opportunities for shifts in import shares among European countries.
Top countries in Import of Polyamide -6, -11, -12, -6,6, -6,9, -6,10 or -6,12 in Primary Forms Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 24.71 | 2023 | +4.35% | -0.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 16.04 | 2023 | +2.88% | +4.01% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 10.73 | 2023 | +5.15% | -0.39% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 6.28 | 2023 | -0.055% | -2.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 5.82 | 2023 | +2.85% | +1.09% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 5.16 | 2023 | +4.69% | +0.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 4.65 | 2023 | +1.29% | -0.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 4.59 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.71 | 2023 | +6.36% | +1.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 3.67 | 2023 | -1.74% | +0.84% | View data |
