As of 2023, Italy's import of bleached non-coniferous chemical wood pulp of soda or sulphate stood at approximately 2.1 billion kilograms. Forecasted data for the years 2024 to 2028 suggests a steady annual growth, starting from 2.1797 billion kilograms in 2024 to 2.3417 billion kilograms by 2028. The year-on-year growth rate reflects an approximate increase of around 2% with each passing year.

Key future trends to watch for include:

Potential market shifts influencing wood pulp demand, such as changes in paper product consumption patterns.
Environmental regulations impacting the supply chain and production processes.
Innovation in wood pulp processing technology that might affect import volumes and costs.