The import of pigments, opacifiers, and colors for ceramics or glass to Argentina has shown significant fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, starting at 8.7419 million USD in 2013 and gradually decreasing to 5.98 million USD in 2023. The early years experienced volatile growth, with a notable decline of 30.96% in 2016 but an eventual stabilization thereafter. Year-on-year variations over the last two years saw minimal changes, with 5.28% growth in 2022 and a mere 0.018% in 2023. The CAGR over the last five years was approximately -0.48%, indicating a slight decline in the market.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Impact of economic policies and import tariffs affecting trade volumes.
- Technological advancements in local production potentially reducing import dependency.
- Shifts in demand within the ceramics and glass industry.
- Environmental regulations influencing the choice of pigments and colors.