France led in European Chemical and Fertiliser Minerals imports in 2023, registering a slight decline of 1.6%. Germany and the UK followed, with minor variations of -0.47% and 1.63%, respectively. Romania's imports surged by 7.97%, with significant upticks in Serbia (11.01%) and Slovenia (12.25%). Conversely, Spain saw imports fall by 4.74%, and Belgium by 2.72%. Smaller markets such as Cyprus, Albania, and Latvia exhibited notable growth at 5.67%, 12.56%, and 8.14%, respectively.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in import volumes due to geopolitical changes and environmental policies. Increased innovation in sustainable and eco-friendly fertiliser production may also influence import patterns, while economic fluctuations across Europe could impact demand. Monitoring key players and emerging markets will be crucial for understanding the evolving landscape.
Top countries in Chemical and Fertiliser Minerals Imports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 20.74 | 2023 | -1.11% | -1.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 8 | 2023 | -1.24% | -0.47% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 6.45 | 2023 | +1.12% | +1.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 6.25 | 2023 | +1.19% | -0.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 5.97 | 2023 | -9% | -2.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 5.87 | 2023 | -0.41% | -4.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 4.9 | 2023 | +2.37% | +2.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 4.47 | 2023 | +0.56% | +1.1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 4.35 | 2023 | -1.27% | -0.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 4.15 | 2023 | +5.19% | +7.97% | View data |
