The forecasted import of cotton yarn of combed fibers to the UK indicates a steep decline over the next five years. In 2023, actual imports were considerably higher compared to projected values, which begin at 734.48 thousand kilograms in 2024 and decrease annually to 32.87 thousand kilograms by 2028. From 2024 to 2025, there is a year-on-year drop of approximately 24.6%, and this trend deepens, leading to a compound annual growth rate of roughly -49.9% over five years.
Future trends to watch include shifts in global supply chains, changes in domestic textile production capacity, and evolving trade policies that could impact the UK’s dependency on cotton yarn imports. Additionally, advancements in sustainable textile production may alter the demand dynamics for imported yarns.
