As of 2023, the imports of additives and oxygenates (excluding biofuel portions) to the UK stood at 473 Terajoules. Forecast data indicates a gradual decline in imports, with values projected to decrease from 460.7 Terajoules in 2024 to 429.63 Terajoules by 2028. The yearly decrease reflects a steady trend, with an average annual reduction (CAGR) of approximately 1.7% over this period.

Future trends worth observing include:

Potential shifts in environmental regulations that might impact demand for additives and oxygenates.
Technological advancements that could alter the necessity and formulation of these imports.
Fluctuations in global energy markets affecting the cost and supply dynamics of oxygenates.