The forecast for Italy's import of cigarette paper in rolls of a width less than 5 cm or in the form of booklets or tubes shows a gradual increase from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the import stood at approximately 4.97 million kilograms. The year-on-year increases are as follows: 0.81% in 2025, 0.79% in 2026, 0.78% in 2027, and 0.76% in 2028. Over this period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is expected to be around 0.79%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Changes in Italy's smoking prevalence and tobacco regulation policies, which could affect demand for cigarette papers.
- Technological advancements in cigarette paper production that could influence import dynamics.
- Shifts in consumer preferences towards alternative smoking products, potentially impacting cigarette paper imports.