By 2024, the UK's import of garnetted stock of cotton is forecasted to be 3.5926 million kilograms, up from the actual 3.542 million kilograms recorded in 2023. The projected annual growth in imports from 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual increase, averaging a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 1.08%. Year-on-year variations show an increase of around 1.42% from 2024 to 2025, and a consistent trend continues with similar increments up to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include changes in global cotton supply and demand dynamics, technological advancements in textile recycling, and potential shifts in UK's trade policies post-Brexit which could affect import levels.
