The import of cotton woven fabrics to the Netherlands experienced fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. Starting with a dip in 2013 of -3.35%, imports saw significant variation, with notable increases in 2014 (+16.43%) and in 2016 (+13.49%). However, there were significant drops in 2015 and 2022 of -19.44% and -13.81% respectively. By 2023, imports had decreased to 118.97 million square meters, marking a -3.76% decline from the previous year. The overall Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last 5 years was -1.46%.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a continuation of this downward trend, with an average annual decrease of -3.35%, culminating in an import volume of 96.445 million square meters by 2028 – a total decline of -15.68% over these five years.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in global cotton production, changes in trade policies, and the impact of sustainable textile practices, which could further influence the volume of cotton woven fabrics imported to the Netherlands. Additionally, economic factors and market demand in the fashion and textile industry will be critical in shaping these import trends.