The import of corks and stoppers for sparkling wine, made from agglomerated cork, to Italy is forecasted to steadily rise from 2024 to 2028, reaching 8.8251 million kilograms. The year-on-year percentage increase is consistent, suggesting steady demand growth. In 2023, the import volume stood just below the forecast for 2024, indicating a continued expansion trend. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the next five years shows a moderate increase, re-affirming the positive outlook.

Future trends to watch for include:

Fluctuations in global cork supply and pricing, which may impact import volumes.
Changes in consumer preferences towards alternative closures that could influence cork demand.
Italy’s sparkling wine production and export figures, which drive cork imports.