Clay and kaolin imports to Poland have shown an upward trend from 1.6 million metric tons in 2013 to 2.15 million metric tons in 2023. The actual import value stood at 2.15 million metric tons in 2023 with a 1.95% year-on-year increase. Over the last five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 0.47%. However, fluctuations were evident with significant year-on-year increases notably in 2018 (18.91%) and more modest changes in other years.
From 2024 onwards, the import volume is forecasted to continue growing, reaching 2.34 million metric tons by 2028. The forecasted five-year CAGR stands at 1.41%, indicating steady growth. This suggests a projected growth rate of 7.23% from 2023 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- Potential impacts of global supply chain disruptions or changes in international trade policies.
- Innovation in alternative materials that might affect the demand for traditional clays and kaolin.
- Economic factors such as industrial growth, construction activities, and manufacturing that drive demand for raw materials.
