The infant food import volume in Italy has shown a declining trend from a high of 47.0 thousand metric tons in 2014 to 31.0 thousand metric tons in 2023. Notably, between 2014 and 2023, there were fluctuations with year-on-year variations such as a rise of 2.13% in 2015, but significant drops of 9.09% in 2017 and 15% in 2018. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years up to 2023 is -1.83%, indicating an average annual decline. Forward-looking forecasts also predict a further decrease to 26.0 thousand metric tons by 2028 with a forecast 5-year CAGR of -2.82%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in consumer preferences toward locally produced infant food and changes in trade policies affecting import volumes. Additionally, advancements in infant food nutrition and safety standards could impact import dynamics in the coming years.
