The European import landscape for imides and their derivatives, excluding saccharin and its salts, is dominated by Belgium and Germany, together accounting for over 41% of the total volume by kilograms in 2023. Belgium showed a significant year-on-year increase of 12%, while Germany experienced a decline of 7%. Notable shifts include Poland's impressive growth of 33% and Finland's 33% rise, contrasting with Romania's steep drop of 27%. Over the past five years, the average annual growth rate has been modest, revealing varied country-specific trends.
Looking to the future, potential trends to watch include the sustainability initiatives influencing production and import processes, currency fluctuations impacting trade prices, and geopolitical shifts expected to alter import dynamics. Increased demand for pharmaceutical intermediates may drive growth, particularly in countries with burgeoning biotech industries, while regional trade agreements could further shape the import landscape.
Top countries in Import of Imides and Their Derivatives and Salts Thereof (Excluding Saccharin and Its Salts) Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 20.71 | 2023 | +3.07% | +11.96% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 20.34 | 2023 | +1.6% | -7.03% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 16.12 | 2023 | +15.49% | +0.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 14.57 | 2023 | +7.27% | -1.06% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 8.39 | 2023 | +2.37% | +4.34% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.7 | 2023 | +0.71% | -0.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 3.61 | 2023 | +5.77% | +33.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.31 | 2023 | +1.59% | -0.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 1.49 | 2023 | +2.8% | -1.48% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 1.42 | 2023 | +9.45% | -3.04% | View data |
