The forecast for Germany's import of waste or scrap containing platinum as the sole precious metal shows a downward trend from 2024 to 2028, with values in million US dollars projected to decrease steadily. This indicates a decreasing dependency or a shift in recycling or sourcing strategies.

Year-on-year, the percentage decline averages around 6.5%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period from 2024 to 2028 is negative, confirming a consistent drop in import values.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential changes in recycling technologies or policies affecting import levels.
Global demand for platinum influencing Germany's sourcing decisions.
Evolving environmental regulations impacting the use and recovery of precious metals.