The import of ash or residues containing mainly aluminium to Japan showed a steady increase from 2024 to 2028, starting at $50.691 million in 2024, and reaching $61.083 million by 2028. The forecast indicates a consistent year-on-year growth with incremental increases from 2025 through 2028.
Key import growth trends reveal:
- 2025: A projected increase of approximately 5.3% from the year prior.
- 2026: A further increase of about 4.9% over 2025 numbers.
- 2027: Anticipated growth of around 4.6% compared to 2026.
- 2028: An expected increase of approximately 4.3% from 2027.
Considering these forecasts, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is anticipated to be around 4.8%. This reflects a healthy growth trend in aluminium waste and residue imports to Japan.
Future trends to watch include changes in global aluminium prices that might affect import costs, shifts in Japan's internal demand for recycled aluminium, and environmental policies impacting import regulations. Monitoring these factors will be crucial in understanding future import dynamics.
