The import of knotted carpets made of materials other than wool or fine animal hair to Italy is forecasted to decline steadily from 518.44 thousand kilograms in 2024 to 426.59 thousand kilograms by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 4.56% in 2025, 4.68% in 2026, 4.82% in 2027, and 4.97% in 2028. Overall, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent reduction in import volume. In 2023, the import volume stood at 541 thousand kilograms, highlighting a declining trend starting from 2024.
Looking forward, future trends to watch for include shifts in consumer preferences, increased competition from alternative flooring materials, and potential impacts from trade regulations. Monitoring these factors will be crucial in understanding and mitigating the ongoing decline in knotted carpet imports to Italy.
