The forecast for the import of non-knitted or crocheted women's and girls' dresses made of wool or fine animal hair to China shows a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the actual import volume stood at 35.93 thousand kilograms. Year-on-year declines are projected at around 0.87% from 2024 to 2025, 0.88% from 2025 to 2026, 0.89% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.84% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is expected to be approximately -0.85%, signaling a consistent downward trend.
Future trends to watch for:
- Market preferences shifting towards alternative materials or designs affecting wool or fine animal hair imports.
- Potential economic or policy changes impacting import dynamics in China.
- Monitoring sustainability trends and their influence on the fashion industry.