Based on the forecast from 2024 to 2028, Germany is experiencing a gradual decline in the imports of float glass that is coloured throughout the mass or treated in other specified ways. The import value is projected to decrease consistently at a rate of approximately 1% year-on-year over the period. In 2023, the recorded import value was not specified, but maintaining the forecast's declining trend implies a decrease has started post-2023.

Key future trends to watch for include:

Shifts in construction and automotive industries that might impact demand for specialty glass products.
Technological advancements in glass production and potential substitution with alternative materials.
Changes in trade policies or geopolitical factors influencing import practices.