The Tile Industry Faces Challenges in Raw Material Supply

In 2025, one of the main challenges facing the tile industry is the instability of raw material supply. Due to fluctuations in the global economic situation and the complexity of supply chains, the prices and availability of ceramic raw materials have seen significant changes. This not only increases production costs but also poses higher demands on companies’ production planning and inventory management. To address this challenge, companies in the industry are seeking diversified raw material procurement strategies to reduce reliance on single suppliers.

Meanwhile, the industry is also paying close attention to changes in the construction market. Although demand remains strong in both residential and commercial construction, market uncertainties require companies to be more flexible in adjusting their product strategies and inventory levels. In addition, with consumers’ increasing demands for tile quality and functionality, companies also need to invest more resources in product research and development to meet the diverse needs of the market.