Wooden tableware and kitchenware market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2020, the physical volume of the wooden tableware and kitchenware market in Czechia declined from 3 833 t to 2 355 t, while its value showed fluctuations, reaching 7 736 thousand USD in 2019. This increase in market value during 2019 was supported by a consumer trend favoring natural materials and certified wood, such as FSC, which elevated average product prices.

The years 2021 to 2022 saw a recovery, with market volume rising to 2 855 t and value peaking at 10 282 thousand USD by 2022. This growth was driven by a heightened emphasis on sustainability and ecology, as well as design trends like mindfulness and minimalism, which reinforced demand for simple, functional wooden kitchenware.

In 2023, the market contracted sharply to 2 283 t and 4 533 thousand USD, followed by a partial rebound in 2024 to 2 585 t and 6 523 thousand USD, reflecting short-term volatility amid continued consumer preference for natural, certified products with earthy tones and matte finishes.

Production wooden tableware and kitchenware in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

After a two-year decline, Czechia's wooden tableware and kitchenware production rebounded. In 2021, output was valued at 4 772 thousand US dollars, marking a sharp increase of 28.6% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production decreased by 22.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of -8.3%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 3 711 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 25.7%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Following a two-year drop, Czechia's wooden tableware and kitchenware production volume recovered. In 2021, 1 116 tonnes were produced, representing a 15.5% increase compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, production decreased by 27.1%, with a compound annual growth rate of -10.0%. The minimum volume was recorded in 2020 at 966 tonnes, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 26.2% drop.

Annual dynamics of production in Czechia in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports wooden tableware and kitchenware from Czechia

Exports in kind, t

Wooden tableware and kitchenware exports from Czechia grew for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 1 460 tonnes, showing a robust improvement of 23.2% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports increased by 26.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.2%. The lowest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 1 113 tonnes, which also experienced the largest decline of 3.4%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, the partner portfolio for Czechia's wooden tableware and kitchenware exports in kind was quite broad. Germany accounted for 20.5% of exports, Slovakia for 17.5%, and Sweden for 10.2%, with these three countries together representing 48.2% of total flows.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Wooden tableware and kitchenware exports from Czechia increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, export value totalled 11 818 thousand US dollars, up by 26.0% year-over-year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 45.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 13.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Slovakia formed the main group of destinations for Czechia's wooden tableware and kitchenware exports in value terms. Germany accounted for 24.9% of exports, the United Kingdom for 15.4%, and Slovakia for 13.9%, with their combined share reaching 54.2% of total flows.

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

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

Imports wooden tableware and kitchenware to Czechia

Imports in kind, t

After a two-year decrease, wooden tableware and kitchenware imports into Czechia rose. In 2021, imports stood at 2 595 tonnes, representing a slight advance of 0.8% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports decreased by 24.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of -9.1%. The minimum volume was recorded in 2020 at 2 573 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 14.0%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, China, Germany, and Poland were the largest suppliers of wooden tableware and kitchenware to Czechia in kind. China accounted for 37.4% of imports, Germany for 24.6%, and Poland for 21.3%, with these three countries together forming 83.3% of total imports.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Czechia's wooden tableware and kitchenware imports increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports totalled 15 151 thousand US dollars, marking an intense advance of 26.3% year-over-year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 90.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 23.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Czechia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, China, Poland, and Germany remained the principal suppliers of wooden tableware and kitchenware to Czechia in value terms. China accounted for 48.5% of imports, Poland for 17.5%, and Germany for 15.3%, with their joint share accounting for 81.4% of total imports.

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

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