The bentonite production in Italy has shown a significant decline over the years. From 2017 to 2021, production dropped from 74.88 thousand metric tons to 10.99 thousand metric tons. This reflects a steep year-on-year decrease and positions the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the five-year period at a substantial negative rate. By 2023, it is clear that production had fallen even further, indicating continued downward pressure on the industry.

Looking to the future, trends to watch include:

Potential recovery driven by technological advancements or changes in industrial demand could alter the trajectory.
Regulatory or environmental shifts impacting mining and production processes.
International market dynamics influencing Italy’s export and import balances.