The domestic material consumption of clays and kaolin in Germany has shown a declining trend from 2013 to 2023, registering at 12.56 million metric tons in 2023. A year-on-year comparison reveals a decrease of 3.31% from 2022 to 2023, and a similar 4.04% decrease from 2021 to 2022. Over the last five years (2018-2023), the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) portrays a downward trend at -2.18%.

Looking ahead, forecasts indicate a continued decline with the domestic material consumption projected to decrease to 10.47 million metric tons by 2028. This represents a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -2.9%, emphasizing a steady reduction.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential shifts in the construction and manufacturing sectors that may impact clays and kaolin consumption.
Technological advancements and adoption of alternative materials that could further influence demand.
Global economic factors and policy changes that might affect raw material imports and domestic usage.