The import of reclaimed rubber to Japan in primary forms or sheets is projected to increase steadily from 9.0667 million kilograms in 2024 to 9.8589 million kilograms in 2028. This marks a consistent upward trend. In 2023, the import volume stood at approximately 8.871 million kilograms, indicating a last two years Year-on-Year variation of around 2.2% from 2023 to 2024. The forecasted growth suggests a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of around 2.1% over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly materials.
Stricter environmental policies impacting production and import regulation.
Technological advancements in rubber reclamation improving quality and reducing costs.