The consumption of Bentonite for miscellaneous civil engineering in the US has shown a significant decline from 2017 to 2021, decreasing steadily from 71.0 to 15.0 thousand metric tons. This represents an average yearly decline of 24.5% over five years, indicating a consistent downtrend. The impact of decreased construction activities and alternative materials adoption partly explains this drop. In 2023, it stood much lower than in earlier years, continuing on a downward path.
Future trends to watch for include potential recovery fueled by infrastructure stimulus and sustainability initiatives employing Bentonite's eco-friendly properties. Monitoring such factors will be crucial for predicting the Bentonite market trajectory in the coming years.
