**Greece Sees Surge in Match Imports Amid Summer Demand**
**Greek Market Sees Increased Demand for Fire Starting Tools**
• Greek match imports rose 15% year-over-year in June, with total volumes reaching 4.5 million units.
• The increase is attributed to a strong summer season, as outdoor activities and recreational events drive demand for fire starting tools.
• Prices remained stable, averaging €0.25 per unit, despite rising production costs.
Greek match imports have seen a notable uptick in June, as the country gears up for its peak summer months. The rise in demand is expected to continue, driven by increased outdoor activities and recreational events. Market participants note that prices have held steady despite higher production costs, indicating a stable supply chain.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 72,872 | 133,054 |
| 2021 | 56,987 | 152,643 |
| 2022 | 75,815 | 197,239 |
| 2023 | 61,520 | 174,086 |
| 2024 | 54,497 | 219,463 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| India | 23,404 | 49,901 |
| Sweden | 18,559 | 49,500 |
| China | 4,682 | 19,558 |
| Croatia | 3,326 | 59,876 |
| Poland | 1,776 | 5,227 |
| Netherlands | 908 | 4,117 |
| Bulgaria | 607 | 10,080 |
| France | 421 | 3,311 |
| Turkey | 335 | 4,729 |
| Germany | 209 | 5,141 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| India | 30,679 | 59,415 |
| Sweden | 16,500 | 44,950 |
| France | 8,434 | 22,357 |
| China | 4,250 | 18,643 |
| Germany | 563 | 5,468 |
| Netherlands | 518 | 4,055 |
| United Kingdom | 245 | 14,539 |
| Spain | 158 | 1,486 |
| Austria | 131 | 2,449 |
| Belgium | 27 | 386 |
