The forecast for UK imports of graphic paper and paperboard with mechanical fibres not exceeding 10% and weighing at least 150 g/m² is set to gradually increase from approximately 87.1 million kilograms in 2024 to about 92.4 million kilograms in 2028. This reflects a steady year-on-year growth of around 1.5% to 1.8%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 1.5% over the five years. As of 2023, the imports stood at a level just below 87.1 million kilograms.
Future trends to monitor include developments in digital media consumption, which might impact paper demand, changes in trade policies post-Brexit, and environmental regulations affecting paper recycling and imports.
