The production of kaolin in France demonstrated significant fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. Starting from 536.89 million kilograms in 2013, the production experienced an upward trend until 2018, reaching a peak of 685.32 million kilograms. However, in 2019, a sharp decline of 42.74% was recorded, bringing production down to 392.39 million kilograms. Subsequent years saw a partial recovery with notable year-on-year increases, culminating in 586.97 million kilograms of kaolin produced in 2023.
Key trends over the last two years include a modest recovery with a 0.85% increase from 2022 to 2023. Over the past five years, from 2018 to 2023, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was -3.05%, reflecting an overall reduction in production during this period.
Looking forward to forecasted data, production is expected to grow moderately from 2024 to 2028, with a forecast 5-year CAGR of 0.63% and an overall forecast 5-year growth rate of 3.21%. This suggests a period of stabilization and gradual growth in the kaolin industry.
Future trends to watch for include potential external factors influencing production such as economic conditions, demand fluctuations in key industries utilizing kaolin, and advancements in production technologies. Additionally, environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives may impact production practices and volumes.
