The passion for candles in the EU: Imports from outside Europe totalled €513 million

Sunday, Dec 14, 2025

Il Sole 24 Ore

EU candle imports from outside the bloc rise significantly; Italy maintains niche market strength.

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The European Union is seeing a significant rise in candle imports from outside the EU, while Italy maintains importance through high-quality artisanal production and selected foreign markets. The market for candles in EU countries is growing due to increased imports and slightly decreasing exports. In 2024, the value of imported candles from non-EU countries reached 513 million euros, marking a 17% increase from 437 million euros in 2023.

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