The UK import of non-coloured cotton fabrics weighing at least 200 g/m² is forecasted to follow a downward trend from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the import stood at approximately 35.062 million square meters. The forecasted values show a year-on-year decline of around 2.4% from 2024 to 2025, and a continued decrease is anticipated through 2028, averaging a compound annual growth rate of about -2.3% over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include changes in international trade policies post-Brexit which may impact import volumes. Additionally, a shift towards sustainable and locally-produced textiles could further influence this decline as the UK market increasingly prioritizes sustainability.
