The import of toilet or facial tissue stock, towel or napkin stock, cellulose wadding, and webs of cellulose fibers to Germany is forecasted to decrease significantly from 2024 to 2028. After closing 2023 with an import volume of 134 million kilograms, the series indicates a consistent year-on-year decline.

The forecasted figures show a downward trend, with a 12.1% decline from 2024 to 2025, and 13.7% from 2025 to 2026. The decrease continues with a 16.7% fall from 2026 to 2027 and an 18.4% drop from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years indicates an average annual contraction of approximately 13.8%.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential market recovery or stabilization strategies by importers amid declining demand.
Innovations in eco-friendly and sustainable packaging materials impacting the import volume.
Shifts in consumer behavior towards alternatives or domestic products.