In 2023, the re-import of cobalt to France stood at an actual volume not provided in this dataset. From 2024 onwards, the forecast indicates a significant year-on-year decline in cobalt re-import volumes, starting at 135.38 kg in 2024 down to 32.1 kg in 2028. This represents an overall compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -33% over the specified period. Such a consistent decrease suggests a reducing dependency on cobalt re-imports or shifts in consumption patterns.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impacts of alternative technologies reducing cobalt demand, changes in global cobalt supply chains, and shifts towards circular economy practices within France that might lessen the need for re-importation.
