In 2023, the import value of polymers of vinyl chloride to Italy stood at 1.1200 billion US dollars. The forecasted values from 2024 to 2028 show a steady growth in imports, increasing from 1.1498 billion to 1.2093 billion US dollars. This represents a year-on-year increase, with annual growth rates of approximately 1.33% from 2024 to 2025, 1.29% from 2025 to 2026, 1.25% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.21% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate over this five-year period is approximately 1.24%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of regulatory changes in the European Union that may affect trade logistics or costs.
Emergence of sustainable alternatives influencing demand for traditional polymers.
Technological advancements in polymer manufacturing that could shift cost structures.