In 2023, imports of mixtures of odoriferous substances not used in the food or drink industries to Germany were documented at 32.220 million kilograms. Forecast data indicate a gradual increase in import volume from 2024 to 2028, averaging an annual growth of approximately 2% per year; the projection for 2028 stands at 35.483 million kilograms. The sustained rise reflects a stable demand in non-food and drink applications.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements in fragrance formulation enhancing demand.
Potential regulatory changes impacting import volumes.
Market shifts due to growing environmental and sustainability concerns affecting sourcing and product composition.