The import of broken or scutched flax fibre into Japan shows a consistent downward trend from 2024 to 2028, beginning at 13.8 thousand kilograms in 2024 and falling to 5.21 thousand kilograms by 2028. Considering the estimated imports for 2023 were 16.0 thousand kilograms, the year-on-year variations reveal declines of 14.5% from 2024 to 2025, 18.7% from 2025 to 2026, 22.6% from 2026 to 2027, and 28.5% from 2027 to 2028. The five-year compounded annual growth rate (CAGR), reflecting the average annual decrease, is approximately 17.3%.
Future trends to monitor include the potential factors leading to the reduction in flax fibre imports, such as Japan's shift towards alternative materials, changes in international trade policies, or advances in domestic flax production. Monitoring these dynamics will be essential for stakeholders to understand the evolving market landscape in Japan's textile industry.
- Declining trend in import volumes from 2024 to 2028.
- Significant year-on-year percentage decreases observed.
- Average annual decline rate (CAGR) of around 17.3%.
- Factors influencing future trends may include material alternatives and policy changes.
