Mechanical and Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp imports to France have shown a fluctuating trend over the past decade. In 2023, the import volume stood at 73.64 Thousand Metric Tons. Notable historical changes include a significant drop in 2020 by 16.2% year-on-year, although there was a mild recovery in 2021 with an 8.94% increase. The most recent two years saw a decrease of 12.31% in 2022 followed by a slight increase of 1.78% in 2023. The five-year CAGR leading to 2023 indicates an average annual decline of 5.17%.

Future trends to watch for include:

The forecasted import volumes from 2024-2028 suggest a stabilization with minimal growth.
The projected five-year CAGR is 0.07%, indicating almost flat growth.
Close monitoring of global wood pulp supply chains and potential shifts in demand for sustainable packaging may impact long-term trends.