In 2023, Germany's imports of unbleached kraft paper and paperboard weighing 150 g/m² or less stood at 175 million US dollars. Forecasted figures from 2024 to 2028 suggest steady growth, starting at 177.54 million USD in 2024 and reaching 194.1 million USD by 2028. Year-on-year variations are calculated as follows: a consistent increase 2.4% in 2025, 2.3% in 2026, 2.2% in 2027, and 2.1% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is approximately 2.2%, indicating a stable upward trend.
Future trends to watch for:
- Increasing demand driven by sustainable packaging solutions due to environmental awareness.
- Potential impact of regulatory changes regarding recycling and material usage standards.
- Economic factors affecting trade, such as exchange rates and international trade agreements.
