Artificial and prepared waxes market in the Netherlands

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2020, the market volume for artificial and prepared waxes in the Netherlands showed strong growth, rising from 25 152 t to 34 623 t. This expansion was driven by regulatory changes and shifts in consumer behavior. The significant increase in the waste tax effective January 2019 encouraged recycling and reuse, boosting demand for eco-friendly waxes. Additionally, growing sustainability concerns led to higher demand for biodegradable products. The most pronounced surge occurred in 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic sharply heightened hygiene and disinfection needs, spurring demand for cleaning agents and associated waxes.

In 2021, market volume fell to 22 691 t. During this period, consumer preferences continued to shift toward sustainable and ecological products, fostering new segments such as waxes with natural ingredients. From 2022 onward, the war in Ukraine triggered inflation and rising raw material costs, putting pressure on production expenses and market dynamics.

Through the period until 2025, the market adapted to tightening regulations, including the extension of the National Waste Management Plan (LAP3) and new reporting rules for hazardous substances. Innovations like advanced cleaning robots and the use of artificial intelligence, along with a persistent focus on digitalization and process optimization, contributed to the market's evolution toward greater sustainability and efficiency.

Production artificial and prepared waxes in the Netherlands

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

The Netherlands' production of artificial and prepared waxes declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 78 504 thousand US dollars, down 1.5% from the previous year.

Annual dynamics of production in the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

After a two-year decline, the Netherlands' production of artificial and prepared waxes increased in 2020, reaching 21 585 tonnes, a modest year-on-year rise of 1.1%. However, over the 2018-2020 period, production fell by 11.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of -3.9%. The largest increase occurred in 2021, at 1.1%.

Annual dynamics of production in the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports artificial and prepared waxes from the Netherlands

Exports in kind, t

In 2021, the Netherlands exported 46 018 tonnes of artificial and prepared waxes, a 14.1% increase from the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, exports grew by 15%, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.8%. The largest decline was recorded in 2020, at 4.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, the three main markets for the Netherlands' artificial and prepared waxes exports in kind were Germany, the United Kingdom, and France, which together accounted for 50.8% of total exports.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, M $ US

Following a two-year reduction, the Netherlands' exports of artificial and prepared waxes increased in 2021, reaching 155.2 million US dollars, a dramatic 27.4% rise from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 17.5%, equating to an annualized rate of 5.5%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 121.8 million US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019, at 5.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

From 2018 to 2021, the Netherlands' exports of artificial and prepared waxes in value terms were broadly distributed across markets. Germany, France, and the United Kingdom accounted for 25.6%, 12.7%, and 10.3% of exports, respectively, totaling 48.6% of overall flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021

Imports artificial and prepared waxes to the Netherlands

Imports in kind, t

After a two-year increase, the Netherlands' imports of artificial and prepared waxes declined in 2021, totaling 47 124 tonnes, down 12.1% from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports rose by 15.4%, with an annualized rate of 4.9%. The peak was in 2020 at 53 603 tonnes, with the largest increase that year at 19.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, the main sources for the Netherlands' imports of artificial and prepared waxes in kind were Germany, Belgium, and the United States, contributing 22.1%, 16.2%, and 14.3% respectively, for a combined share of 52.7% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to the Netherlands in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, M $ US

The Netherlands' imports of artificial and prepared waxes increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports totaled 138.8 million US dollars, showing minimal change from the previous year. Over the 2018-2021 period, imports grew by 29.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

From 2018 to 2021, the leading sources for the Netherlands' imports of artificial and prepared waxes in value terms were Germany, Belgium, and the United States, accounting for 20.9%, 20.4%, and 15.7% respectively, jointly making up 57.0% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to the Netherlands in value, 2018-2021