In 2020, Germany led the EU27 in copper, aluminum, and nickel waste exports with 20.97 thousand euros, followed by France (12.75) and the Netherlands (10.93). Between 2022 and 2023, waste exports showed mixed trends: Germany saw a decrease of 3.77%, while Greece noted significant growth at 11.05%. From a five-year perspective, Compound Annual Growth Rate metrics are essential for indicating average annual growth, reflecting broader market changes.
Future trends to watch include regulatory shifts in waste management policies and technological advancements in recycling processes that could impact intra-EU trade dynamics. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for assessing potential market shifts.
Top countries in Copper, Aluminium and Nickel Waste Exports Intra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Thousand Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20.97 | 2023 | -4% | -3.77% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 12.75 | 2023 | -1.84% | -2.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 10.93 | 2023 | +2.98% | +1.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.47 | 2023 | +3.26% | -0.87% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 6.44 | 2023 | +1.9% | +1.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 6.23 | 2023 | +1.34% | +0.5% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 4.86 | 2023 | +3.62% | +2.26% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 3.7 | 2023 | +1.27% | -1.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 3.57 | 2023 | +4.36% | -1.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 3.06 | 2023 | +5.21% | +0.73% | View data |
