In 2023, the zinc imports to France stood at a baseline, which set the tone for the forecasted years. In 2024, imports are projected to slightly decrease by 0.25% year-on-year, continuing a gentle downward trend through to 2028, with an average decrement of 0.26% per annum as depicted by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these years.

Future trends to watch for include:

Global economic conditions impacting supply chains and production costs.
Technological advancements in recycling potentially reducing the need for imports.
Policy changes related to environmental standards and trade tariffs.
Fluctuations in demand from key industries like construction and automotive.