The import of salt to Austria stood at 177 million kilograms in 2023. The forecasted data indicates a gradual decline in imports, with values projected as follows: 175.4 million kg in 2024, 173.02 million kg in 2025, 170.66 million kg in 2026, 168.33 million kg in 2027, and 166.02 million kg in 2028. The year-on-year percentage decreases from 2024 to 2028 are consistent with a downward trend:
- 2024: -0.90%
- 2025: -1.36%
- 2026: -1.37%
- 2027: -1.37%
- 2028: -1.37%
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately -1.25%, indicating a steady decline in salt imports.
The future trends to watch for include potential impacts from changes in local salt production, shifts in market demand due to health trends or alternative products, and trade policy modifications which might further influence import volumes.
