In 2023, the UK imported approximately 23.3 million kilograms of waste or scrap of paper and paperboard of mechanical pulp. From 2024 to 2028, the forecast shows a gradual decline in imports, dropping from 22.345 million kilograms in 2024 to 18.699 million kilograms in 2028. This equates to an average annual decrease (CAGR) of about 4.5% over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in the global demand for recycled materials, UK policies on recycling and waste management, and innovations in recycling technologies that could alter import levels.
