In 2023, Italy was the dominant exporter of flax yarn packaged for retail sale in Europe. However, the export volume from Italy was projected to drop significantly in 2024, falling by 100%. The Netherlands saw a modest increase of 6.88% year-on-year, maintaining a strong position. Portugal exhibited remarkable growth with an 82.32% increase. Conversely, Belgium, Lithuania, and the United Kingdom experienced notable declines, with decreases of 32.97%, 29.75%, and 36.34% respectively. Finland experienced a significant rise of 37.42%, while Hungary dropped by 16.56%.
Future trends to watch include the potential recovery of Italy's export volumes and continued growth in countries like Portugal and Finland. Monitoring changes in demand for flax yarn in the retail sector will be crucial to understanding these shifts. The ability of smaller players, such as Luxembourg and Slovakia, to expand their shares will also be essential to analyze for potential shifts in the market landscape.
Top countries in Export of Flax Yarn Packaged for Retail Sale Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 57.41 | 2023 | -10.3% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 27.61 | 2023 | +8.59% | +6.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 5.88 | 2023 | -4.28% | -5.52% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 2.75 | 2023 | +39.32% | +14.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 2.51 | 2023 | +8.17% | +8.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 2.36 | 2023 | +33.69% | +27.35% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 1.7 | 2023 | -3.51% | -16.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 0.95 | 2023 | -58.5% | -32.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 0.55 | 2023 | -9.46% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 0.34 | 2023 | +5.53% | +82.32% | View data |
