The UK's import of knitted or crocheted women's and girls' bathrobes and dressing gowns made of man-made fibres is on an upward trend. Starting from 8.0734 million kilograms in 2024, the volume increases annually, reaching 8.7368 million kilograms by 2028. The year-on-year growth rates are 2.12% from 2024 to 2025, 2.03% from 2025 to 2026, 1.95% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.88% from 2027 to 2028. These consistent increases reflect a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 1.96% over this forecast period.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential shifts in consumer preferences towards sustainable and eco-friendly materials may impact future imports.
- Trade agreements and tariffs between the UK and exporting countries could influence import volumes.
- Technological advancements in textile manufacturing might affect production and, subsequently, import patterns.