The import of silica sands and quartz sands to Turkey in 2023 stood at 1.200 billion kilograms. Based on the forecasted data, the import volumes are expected to grow steadily over the next five years, with values reaching 1.2437 billion kilograms in 2024, 1.2885 billion kilograms in 2025, 1.3324 billion kilograms in 2026, 1.3754 billion kilograms in 2027, and 1.4175 billion kilograms in 2028. Compared to 2023, the year-on-year increase for 2024 is 3.65%, while 2025 shows an increase of 3.6%. In subsequent years, the import volume grows at similar rates: 3.41% in 2026, 3.23% in 2027, and 3.06% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is approximately 3.39%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in global silica and quartz sand markets due to industrial demand, technological advancements in extraction and processing, and environmental regulations. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for anticipating future changes in import volumes and market dynamics in Turkey.
