The import volume of garments made up of textile felts and nonwoven fabric to Italy is projected to rise steadily from 10.945 million kilograms in 2024 to 11.987 million kilograms in 2028. Notably, in 2023, the actual import volume stood at 10.705 million kilograms. Year-on-year growth rates from 2024 onwards demonstrate consistency with increases: 2.45% in 2025, 2.35% in 2026, 2.25% in 2027, and 2.15% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is calculated to be approximately 2.30%.
Future trends to observe include:
- Shifts in global fabric production costs impacting import volumes
- Regulatory changes within the European Union affecting textile imports
- Sustainability efforts influencing market preferences towards eco-friendly materials
- Technological advancements in manufacturing impacting production efficiency and cost
