As of 2023, India's import of borates of metals was observed to be significant prior to entering 2024. The forecast for the years 2024 to 2028 shows a steady increase, with the import volume growing from 11.036 million kilograms in 2024 to 12.715 million kilograms by 2028.
Year-on-year, the growth percentage is relatively steady: from 2024 to 2025, an increase of about 3.9% is anticipated; 2025 to 2026 foresees a 3.7% rise; 2026 to 2027 projects a 3.5% increase, and 2027 to 2028 suggests a growth of 3.3%. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates an average annual growth of approximately 3.9% during this period.
Future trends to watch for include emerging governmental policies and initiatives promoting domestic production that could impact import demand. Additionally, global market fluctuations in borates supply and pricing could also influence future import volumes and trends in India.