In 2023, India imported 6.2 million kilograms of communion wafers, rice paper, and bakers' wares. The forecast for 2024 to 2028 shows a gradual increase in import volume, starting at 6.356 million kilograms in 2024 and reaching 7.2 million kilograms in 2028. Year-on-year growth is steady, with an increase of about 3.4% from 2024 to 2025 and continuing this trend through 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for this period stands at approximately 3.1%, indicating a stable upward trend.

Future trends to watch for:

Rising demand for imported bakery products driven by changing consumer preferences and increasing urbanization.
Potential impacts of trade policies and tariffs affecting import volumes.
Growth in local production capabilities could moderate the rate of import growth.
Emerging trends in gluten-free and specialty diet products may influence import dynamics.