The import of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) to Japan is forecasted to show a steady growth from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the import value stood at 1.382 billion USD. The year-on-year growth rates are: 2.5% in 2024, 2.48% in 2025, 2.36% in 2026, 2.28% in 2027, and 2.17% in 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 2.36%.

Key future trends to watch for include:

Shifts in global supply chains affecting PET availability.
Efforts towards sustainability and recycling, impacting demand and import volumes.
Technological advancements in PET production and recycling.
Changes in domestic production capacity affecting import reliance.
Economic factors and trade policies influencing import costs and volumes.