The U.S. vermiculite production is projected to decline from 88.77 thousand metric tons in 2024 to 84.27 thousand metric tons by 2028. This reflects a year-on-year decrease of approximately 1.31% between 2024 and 2025, stabilizing at around 1.27% annually through 2028. Historically, production in 2023 was comparable to 2024's forecast starting point. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is estimated at -1.36%, indicating a consistent downtrend.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of environmental regulations on mining operations and shifts in demand driven by changes in industries that utilize vermiculite, such as construction and horticulture.
