As of 2023, the import volume of shingles and shakes of wood to Germany stood at 1.3 million kilograms. The forecast indicates a gradual decline in imports, with values projected to decrease from 2024 through 2028, showing a negative growth trend. From 2024 to 2025, there is a forecasted decrease of approximately 2.6%, followed by a similar pattern in the subsequent years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is negative, indicating a consistent annual reduction.
Future trends to watch include potential impacts of environmental regulations on wood products, changes in construction material preferences, and economic factors influencing demand in Germany. Monitoring these elements could provide insights into further shifts in import levels.