In 2023, the import of kaolin and other kaolinic clays to India stood at 259.20 million kilograms. Forecast data suggests year-on-year growth with values of 273.87 million kg in 2024, 286.23 million kg in 2025, 298.35 million kg in 2026, 310.22 million kg in 2027, and 321.86 million kg in 2028. Analyzing yearly variations shows:
- 2024: 5.67% increase from 2023
- 2025: 4.53% increase from 2024
- 2026: 4.24% increase from 2025
- 2027: 3.98% increase from 2026
- 2028: 3.75% increase from 2027
Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is 4.43%.
Future trends to watch for include an increase in domestic demand for kaolin in the ceramics and paper industries, potential policy changes affecting imports and tariffs, and technological advancements in kaolin processing which could affect import volumes.
