Key Market Indicators
Exports of glass from Germany are expected to reach $8.5 billion by 2026, up from $7.8 billion in 2021. This represents a 1.5% year-on-year compound annual growth rate. Since 1996, German glass exports have grown by an average of 4.5% each year. In 2021, Germany was in second place, just behind China, which exported $7.8 billion. The United States and France were in third and fourth place respectively. Imports of glass to Germany are set to reach $7.1 billion by 2026, up from $6.5 billion in 2021. This is an average growth rate of 1.6% year-on-year. Since 1996, German demand for glass has increased by 3.5% each year. In 2021, Germany was in third place, behind China, which imported $6.5 billion. China, Germany, and France were in the top four positions.
