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Total ethylene imports in the EU countries increased from $2.5B in 2020 to $3.4B in 2021. Belgium's purchases represented more than half of this value.

As the world population continues to grow, the demand for meat will likely increase. However, there are some pros and cons to consider when it comes to meat production.

The flat glass industry is forecast to grow significantly in the next few years, driven by rising demand from the construction and automotive sectors. 

EU exports of intake air filters surged from $1.3B in 2020 to $1.8B in 2021. Germany, Belgium and Poland became the leading exporters last year.

The global trade in wrapping paper and paperboard hit a record $11.9B in 2021. Gemany emerged as the largest and the fastest-growing exporter worldwide. 

The chocolate industry is constantly changing and evolving. New trends are always emerging, and consumer behavior is always shifting. 

The ceramic tile market is a $4 billion industry that employs over 30,000 people in the United States. The majority of ceramic tile production takes place in Europe and Asia, with China being the largest producer.

The cement industry is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.4% during the 2022-2030 period, driven by increasing construction activity and rapid urbanization in developing countries.

EU medical furniture exports spiked to a record $1.9B in 2021. Germany, Poland and the Netherlands were the leading European suppliers last year. 

Global cadmium production declined by nearly 11% to 26K tonnes. 

EU polystyrene imports spiked from $2.2B in 2020 to $2.4B in 2021. In physical terms, supplies rose from 2.2M tonnes to 2.6M tonnes.

After a slump in 2020, U.S. conveyor or transmission belt exports recovered to $430M in 2021.