The import dynamics of woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers in Europe reveal varying country-specific trends. In 2023, Germany was a leading importer but faced a marginal decline, while Italy and Hungary showed notable increments of 7.37% and 31.8%, respectively. Poland, Spain, and the Netherlands experienced modest growth. Contrarily, Romania, United Kingdom, Austria, Denmark, and Finland registered declines, with Denmark showing the largest reduction at 14.35%. Smaller markets like Slovenia and Greece recorded significant growth; Slovenia's imports increased by 41.5%. France and Romania saw minor shifts, with France growing slightly and Romania dipping a bit.
Future trends indicate potential growth in eastern European countries like Hungary and Slovenia, likely driven by increasing textile manufacturing capacity and demand for synthetic fibers. Conversely, stabilization or slight declines could affect historically strong importers like Germany and the UK as they adapt to changing industry dynamics and possibly seek local alternatives. Market participants should also watch the effects of EU trade policies and shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable materials impacting synthetic fiber demand.
Top countries in Import of Woven Fabrics of Synthetic Staple Fibres Containing at Least 85% by Weight of Synthetic Staple Fibres by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Square Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 64,670,000 | 2023 | +3.01% | -0.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 39,115,000 | 2023 | +4.12% | +7.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 33,540,000 | 2023 | +0.66% | +2.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 31,542,000 | 2023 | +6.17% | +31.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 27,009,000 | 2023 | +12.56% | +2.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 26,664,000 | 2023 | -2.28% | +2.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 21,532,000 | 2023 | +0.85% | -1.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 19,297,000 | 2023 | -0.95% | -5.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 13,519,000 | 2023 | +0.73% | +1.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 10,682,000 | 2023 | +10.14% | +14.15% | View data |
