In 2023, France imported 670,000 kilograms of raw or retted flax fibre. The forecast data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady increase in imports, starting from 689.87 thousand kilograms in 2024 and reaching 770.38 thousand kilograms in 2028. This suggests a year-on-year growth of approximately 2.9% over the forecasted period. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is anticipated to be around 2.8%, highlighting a stable and consistent rise in import volume.
Future trends to watch for include potential fluctuations due to changes in global flax supply and demand, shifts in agricultural policies affecting production in major flax-growing regions, and evolving consumer preferences towards natural fibres, which could influence import patterns significantly.
