In 2023, Germany's import of sodium metasilicates was positioned at 7.5 million kilograms. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent decline, reflecting a year-on-year percentage decrease: 4.4% from 2024 to 2025, 4.6% from 2025 to 2026, 4.7% from 2026 to 2027, and 4.8% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 stands at approximately -3.6% annually, signaling a downward trend in import volume over this period.

Future trends to watch for:

Shifts in domestic production and use of alternative compounds, potentially affecting import demand.
Policy changes concerning chemical imports and environmental regulations impacting the market.
Global economic conditions influencing import prices and logistics for sodium metasilicates.