Goods imports:
~US$ 500 billion per year (world top 18)
Spain
Spain — Global Import Market
Spain is one of the world's largest importers, bringing in roughly US$ 500 billion in goods each year. As the EU's fourth-largest economy, it imports large volumes of energy, vehicles, machinery, and food to support its population and industrial base.
Market overview — imports by volume
Global share of imports:
~2%
Import reliance:
high on energy and intermediate goods
Notable:
a deep EU market with strong consumer and industrial demand
Top 10 imported items by value
1. Mineral fuels & oils
2. Motor vehicles & parts
3. Machinery & mechanical appliances
4. Pharmaceuticals & chemicals
5. Electrical machinery & electronics
6. Food & beverages
7. Iron & steel articles
8. Plastics & articles
9. Clothing & textiles
10. Medical & precision instruments
What this means for Canadian exporters
Spain is a substantial EU market for Canadian exporters of food, machinery, and industrial inputs. Access via CETA supports duty-advantaged entry. Spanish-language buyer discovery and marketing open channels that English-first competitors miss.