Kaolin production in France stood at 301.37 thousand metric tons in 2023. Between 2013 and 2023, the industry demonstrated fluctuations, characterized by a significant drop in 2020, which rebounded moderately in the following years. The annual year-on-year variations have ranged from a substantial decrease of 17.6% in 2020 to a notable increase of 19.62% in 2021. Over the last two years, from 2022 to 2023, production decreased slightly by 0.7%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the past five years stands at -0.72%, indicating a gradual decline.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data suggests a continued slight decrease in production with a 5-year CAGR of -0.59%, resulting in a cumulative reduction of 2.93% by 2028. Trends to watch include potential shifts in global kaolin demand, technological advancements in extraction and processing, and sustainable practices in kaolin production.
