The forecast for the import of starch, sugar, brewing, and distilling industry residues to the US shows a consistent upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with the value increasing from $161.14 million in 2024 to $177.27 million by 2028. The year-on-year growth rate averages above 2% during this period. This consistent growth is reflective of a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 2.4% over the five years.

Future trends to watch for include:

Changes in trade policies and tariff impacts that may influence import costs.
Technological and process innovations in the domestic market reducing reliance on imports.
Shifts in industry dynamics with alternative materials or substitutions affecting demand.