The European production of Bentonite is led by Greece, constituting over half of the market share in kilograms. The Czech Republic, Poland, and Spain follow with significant shares, maintaining stable trends with minor fluctuations. Romania and France experienced notable growth in 2023, while Slovakia and Hungary saw declines. The data suggests a mixed trend, where emerging producers are gaining traction, while traditional ones face stabilization challenges.
Future trends to watch include the potential for increased Romanian production, given its recent growth surge. Monitoring environmental regulations and resource management within top producers like Greece for stability and sustainability will also be crucial.
Top countries in Production of Bentonite Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 55.08 | 2023 | +0.064% | -3.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 12.79 | 2023 | +0.9% | +3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 9.62 | 2023 | +26.65% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 9.25 | 2023 | +1.91% | +1.25% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 4.96 | 2023 | -0.33% | +0.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 3.29 | 2023 | +10.57% | +14.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 2.93 | 2023 | -69.72% | +11.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1.51 | 2023 | +9.89% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 0.38 | 2023 | -32.67% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.1 | 2023 | View data |
