In 2020, Germany led European paper and cardboard waste exports within the EU27 with a 17.57% share, followed closely by France at 13.86%, and the Netherlands at 12.11%. Poland and Belgium rounded out the top five with 10.39% and 7.59%, respectively. Over the last two years, notable changes include a decrease for Germany and France, while Poland and Slovakia showed positive growth at 4.52% and 5.29%, respectively. The CAGR suggests cautious growth trends influenced by varying national capacities and policies.
Future trends to watch in European paper and cardboard waste exports include evolving environmental regulations, technological advances in recycling, and potential shifts in intra-EU trade dynamics due to sustainability initiatives. Countries with growth in 2023 may continue expanding their market share, while those with declines could implement strategic changes to increase their competitiveness.
Top countries in Paper and Cardboard Waste Exports Intra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17.57 | 2023 | +2.04% | -3.05% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13.86 | 2023 | -7.69% | -6.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 12.11 | 2023 | -0.44% | +1.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 10.39 | 2023 | +3.09% | +4.52% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 7.59 | 2023 | -3.41% | -4.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 6.23 | 2023 | -4.92% | -4.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 5.34 | 2023 | +3.17% | +2.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 5.1 | 2023 | +4.78% | -1.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovakia | 4.09 | 2023 | +5.17% | +5.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 3.47 | 2023 | +8.04% | +0.53% | View data |
