Japan's cottonseed import volume stood at 97.0 thousand metric tons in 2023, which is also the forecasted volume for 2024 and 2025. From 2026 onwards, the volume shows a slight decline to 96.0 thousand metric tons and then further drops to 95.0 thousand metric tons by 2027 and 2028. This trend indicates a minimal year-on-year decrease of around 1.0% starting in 2026. Over the 5-year period, we observe a negative CAGR, reflecting a gradual yet consistent reduction in import volumes.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential shifts in domestic cottonseed production capabilities that may influence import dependencies.
Changes in global cottonseed supply chains or prices that could impact Japan's import volumes.
Environmental policies or economic factors that may affect both domestic demand and international trade agreements.