In 2023, France imported approximately 4.15 million kilograms of m-Xylene and Mixed Xylene Isomers. The forecast for 2024 to 2028 indicates a downward trend, with imports expected to decrease from 4.05 million kilograms in 2024 to 2.7349 million kilograms in 2028. Year-on-year, the projected decline is approximately 8% from 2024 to 2025 and further continuing at around 9% annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period is projected to be negative.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Changes in industrial demand in France for these chemicals, particularly from the automotive and manufacturing sectors, which can impact import volumes.
- Global supply chain dynamics and geopolitical factors, as they may affect availability and pricing, subsequently influencing import patterns.
- Regulatory changes focusing on environmental impacts, which could alter the demand for chemical imports substantially.
