The forecasted import of salt to China shows a consistent upward trend from 12.312 billion kilograms in 2024 to 14.237 billion kilograms in 2028. When compared to the 2023 actual import data, the series reflects anticipated growth, although the 2023 value is not explicitly provided, the demand trajectory suggests a steady increase.

Examining year-on-year variations, there is a continuous growth rate ranging around 4% yearly. Specifically, from 2024 to 2025, there's an increase of approximately 4%, and similar increments follow each year.

Future trends to watch for include:

A potential increase in demand due to industrial and domestic usage.
Changes in global salt trade agreements affecting import-export dynamics.
Technological advances in salt production and purification that may influence import needs.