In 2023, the import of clay coated woodfree fine paper weighing not more than 150 g/m2 to the UK stood at 468 million kilograms. Forecasts from 2024 to 2028 predict a steady decline, with values decreasing from 445.76 million kilograms in 2024 to 354.0 million kilograms in 2028. The year-on-year percentage variations highlight a consistent decrease: 5.31% from 2024 to 2025, 5.49% from 2025 to 2026, 5.70% from 2026 to 2027, and 5.94% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years indicates a yearly average decline of approximately 5.61%.
Future trends to watch include potential changes in UK manufacturing preferences towards more sustainable materials that may affect paper demand. Additionally, digital transformation and technological innovations could further reduce the need for paper imports, reshaping market dynamics.
