Germany currently leads in European imports of prepared pet foods, holding a 14.04% share in 2023. Spain follows with 11.93%, reflecting a significant increase from recent years, while the UK, France, and Belgium make up the rest of the top five with shares of 8.72%, 8.58%, and 6.96% respectively. Among other notable importers, Poland, Italy, and the Netherlands have shares close to or above 5%.
In terms of year-on-year growth, Spain shows the highest increase at 32.14%, while Finland is the only country with a negative growth rate of -0.75%. Over the past five years, countries like Romania and Bulgaria have displayed consistent growth, indicating a broader regional trend towards increased pet food imports.
Looking forward, it will be crucial to monitor the impact of factors such as economic conditions, changing consumer preferences, and potential regulatory changes on the demand for imported prepared pet foods. Sustainability and premium product lines could also shape future growth patterns in this sector.
Top countries in Import of Prepared Pet Foods Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 14.04 | 2023 | +2.55% | +4.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 11.93 | 2023 | +19.64% | +32.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 8.72 | 2023 | +1.41% | +1.22% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.58 | 2023 | +3.05% | +6.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6.96 | 2023 | +2.71% | +6.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.29 | 2023 | +4.3% | +5.62% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 6.04 | 2023 | +3.74% | +1.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 5.21 | 2023 | +3.27% | +3.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 4.63 | 2023 | +2.53% | +4.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 4.11 | 2023 | +4.57% | +6.86% | View data |
