In 2023, Germany imported 20.2 million kilograms of seamless steel tubes and pipes, excluding stainless steel. The forecast for 2024 shows a slight decline to 19.586 million kilograms, decreasing further to 17.087 million kilograms by 2028. Observing these forecasts, there is a consistent year-on-year decline averaging about 2.7% per year over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Fluctuations in global steel prices which could alter import volumes.
Policy changes in Germany regarding steel imports and domestic production capabilities.
The potential impact of technological advances in manufacturing that may reduce reliance on imports.