Imports of Non-Metallic Minerals in the Netherlands stood at 39.97 million metric tons in 2023, showing a decline across several years. Since 2013, there's been a notable fluctuating trend with peaks such as 50.09 million metric tons in 2014 and a trough of 34.83 million metric tons in 2020. Year-on-year changes indicate significant variations, with some sharp declines like -18.73% in 2015 and -20.19% in 2020, contrasted with increases such as 18.53% in 2021. The compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2019 to 2023 was -1.37%. Looking forward, the forecast for 2024 to 2028 projects a continuing decline, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of -1.41%, leading to an anticipated import volume of 36.56 million metric tons by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in demand for non-metallic minerals due to technological advancements and changing industries, as well as potential impacts from global economic conditions and environmental regulations affecting imports.
