The forecast for lead imports to France indicates a steady decline from 49.75 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 28.39 thousand metric tons by 2028. This represents a consistent annual reduction, with an average year-on-year decrease of approximately 12%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years highlights an average decline of 13.84% annually. As of 2023, the actual volume stood at a higher benchmark, emphasizing the downward trend projected for future years.

Future trends to watch for:

Environmental policies that might further decrease demand for lead imports.
Potential technological advancements reducing lead usage in industrial applications.
Substitution by alternative materials across various sectors could accelerate trends.