In 2023, the volume of corks and stoppers imported into France for sparkling wine, made from agglomerated cork, stood at 8.1 million kilograms. Based on forecasts, this figure is expected to increase steadily from 2024 to 2028, starting at 8.3316 million kilograms in 2024, reaching 9.2476 million kilograms by 2028. This represents a consistent year-on-year growth rate, with five-year CAGR indicating a robust upward trend in imports.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of global supply chain fluctuations on cork availability.
Shifts in consumer preferences towards natural or alternative wine packaging solutions.
Environmental regulations affecting the agglomerated cork industry.