In 2023, the import of Niobium, Tantalum, and Vanadium ores and concentrates to France stood at 10.7 thousand kilograms. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent decline: from 9.12 thousand kilograms in 2024 to 3.2 thousand kilograms in 2028. Year-on-year variations reveal a progressive decrease in imports, with significant drops identified throughout the five-year span. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period highlights an average decrease of nearly 23.1% per year.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in global supply chains, changes in these materials' demand due to technological advancements, and geopolitical influences that could alter import dynamics significantly.