The import of paints, varnishes, printing ink, and mastics to the Netherlands has exhibited varied trends over the past decade. Between 2013 and 2015, import levels experienced volatility, ultimately declining in 2015. A strong recovery followed, with a significant rebound in 2016, and continued growth through 2017 and 2019. However, slight declines and modest growth characterized the 2020-2023 period. In 2023, the volume of imports stood at 433.97 million kilograms. For the last two years, year-on-year variations were -3.33% in 2022 and 1.75% in 2023. The last five-year average annual growth rate (CAGR) was 2.09%.
Future trends suggest a steady increase, projecting an annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.27% over the next five years, culminating in a 6.54% increase by 2028. Factors to track include economic conditions, regulatory changes, and technological advancements, which could influence the market’s growth trajectory.
