In 2023, the import of kaolin and other kaolinic clays to China was measured at 745.18 million kilograms. From 2024 to 2028, the forecasts show a consistent increase in import volumes: 769.42 million kilograms in 2024, 794.59 million kilograms in 2025, 819.26 million kilograms in 2026, 843.44 million kilograms in 2027, and 867.13 million kilograms in 2028. Analyzing the year-on-year variations provides the following insights:
• 2024: +3.25% compared to 2023
• 2025: +3.27% compared to 2024
• 2026: +3.11% compared to 2025
• 2027: +2.95% compared to 2026
• 2028: +2.81% compared to 2027
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is 3.08%, indicating a steady and moderate annual increase in import volumes over the five-year forecast period.
Going forward, it will be crucial to monitor potential impacts of global economic conditions, technological advancements in alternative materials, and policy changes within China that could influence the demand for imported kaolin and other kaolinic clays.
