In 2023, Germany leads the medical devices waste recovery in Europe with 36.1 metric tons, followed by France at 21.35 metric tons, and Spain at 8.54 metric tons. The year-on-year fluctuations saw Poland surge by 19.2%, while Ireland lagged with an 8.22% decline. The five-year CAGR indicates overall growth in the sector, with notable increases in Germany and France, albeit at varying rates.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of regulatory changes boosting recycling efforts, technological advancements in waste processing, and cross-border collaborations in the EU aimed at optimizing waste recovery efficiency. Monitoring these factors will highlight shifts in national and sector recovery rates.
Top countries in Medical Devices Waste Recovered Share by Country (Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 36.1 | 2023 | +2.77% | +0.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 21.35 | 2023 | +3.74% | +7.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 8.54 | 2023 | +4.46% | +3.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 5.11 | 2023 | +2.91% | +19.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 4.47 | 2023 | +1.45% | +6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 2.91 | 2023 | +3.29% | +3.88% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 2.59 | 2023 | +3% | +0.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 2.12 | 2023 | +2.81% | +2.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 2.11 | 2023 | +3.11% | +4.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 1.69 | 2023 | -3.31% | -2.77% | View data |
