In 2023, France imported 54.9 million kilograms of Butadiene Rubber (BR). Forecasts predict a steady increase in imports from 55.344 million kilograms in 2024 to 57.047 million kilograms in 2028. The year-on-year growth between 2024 and 2025 is approximately 0.8%, while growth continues slightly faster at around 0.7% per year till 2028. Over the five years from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is projected to be approximately 0.7%, indicating a stable and gradual increase in imports.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from global trade policies, changes in demand in the automotive and industrial sectors, and advancements in synthetic rubber technology which could affect the supply chain and pricing of Butadiene Rubber.