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Plastic waste exports from Europe hit new highs in 2025, with Germany and the UK leading shipments abroad.

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Video. Which European countries are the largest exporters of plastic waste?

Updated: 15/05/2026 - 10:40 GMT+2

Plastic waste exports from Europe hit new highs in 2025, with Germany and the UK leading shipments abroad. Which countries are taking it in?

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