Key Market Indicators
Irish Pigment Exports are projected to climb to approximately 3 million kilograms by 2028, up from nearly 2.6 million kilograms in 2023. This marks an average annual growth rate of 2.5%. Since 1997, Ireland has seen a 6.3% annual increase in its pigment supply. In 2023, Ireland ranked 20th globally, with Spain surpassing it at the same figure of 2.6 million kilograms. The top three countries in the ranking were Germany, Saudi Arabia, and China, respectively. On the import side, Irish Pigment Imports are expected to reach around 1.2 million kilograms by 2028, rising from 1.17 million kilograms in 2023. This reflects a modest average annual growth rate of 0.6%. However, since 1997, Irish demand for pigments has decreased slightly by 0.7% per year.
