The import of multiple-walled insulating units of glass to Brazil has shown a varied trend over the past decade. In 2013, the import volume was significantly high, standing at 720.87 thousand kilograms, a 43.91% increase year-on-year. However, subsequent years saw fluctuations, with a notable decrease in 2014 and a sharp drop in 2015 and 2016. The trend stabilized somewhat from 2017 onwards, with 2017 to 2019 showing minimal increases. Post-2019, the figures have hovered around the 290 thousand kilograms mark, with a slight dip in 2020 followed by incremental growth into 2023, which recorded 292.78 thousand kilograms.
Recent variations indicate minor year-on-year growth; 2022 and 2023 both showed around 0.25% rises. Over the last two years (2021-2023), the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was 0.26%, while the five-year CAGR (2019-2023) was similarly marginal at 0.27%.
Future trends to watch for revolve around potential market stability and slight growth as forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 project minimal, but steady increases, with a forecasted five-year CAGR of 0.21%. Factors such as advancements in energy efficiency standards and construction growth could influence future import volumes.
