In 2023, Italy imported sawdust and wood waste and scrap totaling approximately 588 million US Dollars. Forecasts predict a consistent upward trend from 2024 onwards, with values increasing from 608.19 million US Dollars in 2024 to 689.16 million US Dollars by 2028.

The year-on-year growth rate reflects steady increases of approximately 3.44% annually, culminating in a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 3.20%.

Future trends to monitor include:

Potential impacts of sustainability initiatives influencing market demand.
Fluctuations in global wood supply and prices affecting import volumes and costs.
Evolving regulations regarding recycling and reuse of wood waste.