Key Market Indicators
Maltese pigment imports are projected to rise significantly over the next five years. According to recent estimates, imports will reach approximately 113,000 kilograms by 2028, up from around 97,000 kilograms in 2023. This marks an annual compound growth rate (CAGR) of 2.4%. The demand for pigments in Malta has been on a steady incline since 2008, with an average annual increase of 2.6%. On the export front, Malta witnessed a dramatic surge in 2018. Pigment exports neared 562 kilograms, a monumental leap from just 1 kilogram in 2017. This represents an astounding year-on-year growth rate of 56,100%.
