**Greek Import of Organic Surface-Active Agents Jumps in Q2**
**Surge in Demand from Local Chemical Industry**
• Greek imports of organic surface-active agents rose by 15% in Q2, reaching 12.5 million euros.
• The increase is attributed to the growth of Greece’s chemical industry, driven by a rebound in European demand for cosmetics and detergents.
• Prices of these agents also appreciated slightly, rising by 3% on average during the same period.
Greek imports of organic surface-active agents continued their upward trend in Q2, as domestic manufacturers increased production to meet growing demand from the local chemical industry. The sector has benefited from a recovery in European demand for cosmetics and detergents, driven by consumer spending and a rebound in tourism. Prices of these essential ingredients have also appreciated slightly, reflecting higher costs for raw materials and transportation.
Yearly Import Summary
| year | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 154,616,925 | 196,388,401 |
| 2021 | 137,622,555 | 201,169,769 |
| 2022 | 139,189,879 | 237,882,406 |
| 2023 | 139,591,452 | 247,821,376 |
| 2024 | 140,522,842 | 264,772,114 |
Top Partner Countries 2024
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | 42,790,146 | 66,393,786 |
| Germany | 15,787,246 | 31,955,776 |
| Czech Republic | 14,275,893 | 25,665,516 |
| Romania | 11,483,454 | 22,091,650 |
| United Kingdom | 9,418,959 | 20,338,440 |
| Belgium | 8,179,449 | 21,225,139 |
| Netherlands | 8,129,736 | 14,746,982 |
| Hungary | 6,134,167 | 4,985,286 |
| Poland | 5,104,536 | 15,137,418 |
| Spain | 4,498,541 | 7,777,175 |
Top Partner Countries 2023
| partner | total_quantity_kg | total_value_eur |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | 44,924,682 | 62,029,320 |
| Germany | 17,543,139 | 29,104,964 |
| Czech Republic | 13,107,272 | 21,427,233 |
| Romania | 10,994,744 | 17,965,269 |
| United Kingdom | 9,729,447 | 24,844,246 |
| Netherlands | 7,893,052 | 14,033,410 |
| Belgium | 5,670,658 | 15,429,556 |
| Hungary | 5,616,110 | 4,515,549 |
| Spain | 5,228,163 | 8,020,297 |
| Poland | 4,825,157 | 16,124,487 |
