In 2023, the re-import volume of sodium hydroxide (caustic soda) in solid form to France stood at X thousand kg. The forecast data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent decrease in volume: 403.17 thousand kg (2024), 383.93 thousand kg (2025), 365.07 thousand kg (2026), 346.6 thousand kg (2027), reaching 328.49 thousand kg by 2028. This depicts a year-on-year decline of approximately 4.8% in 2025 and 4.9% in 2026. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is about -4.0%, pointing towards a contraction in re-import volumes.

Future trends to watch:

Potential shifts in global sodium hydroxide production impacting French re-import needs.
Changes in domestic demand influenced by industrial activity or regulatory policies in France.
Economic conditions and trade policies affecting transport costs and re-import decisions.