Establishment of glass mirror production in Astana with export potential.
(OKED: 23.12 “Shaping and processing of flat glass”).
GLOBAL MARKET
Since 2020, there has been a steady increase in demand for glass mirrors and related products. Over this period, global demand has grown by 24.1%, reaching USD 7.7 billion. In 2024, the volume of global exports amounted to USD 9.0 billion, while total trade turnover reached USD 16.7 billion.
REGIONAL MARKET
In Kazakhstan, imports of mirrors and mirror-based products have more than doubled, while exports have increased more than 3.1 times.
In Astana, imports grew more than 3.9 times, while exports expanded 23.3 times.
MANUFACTURERS
There are 65 enterprises in Kazakhstan engaged in the production of mirrors and glass products, including flat glass, decorative and household goods, as well as specialized products for interiors and the construction sector.
In Astana, 12 enterprises are engaged in the production of mirrors and glass products:
- LLP “ARILANA-GROUP”
- LLP “LARGO”
- LLP “AL'BARAKAT.NS”
- LLP “DTNT COMPANY”
- LLP “VARIANTNS-GROUP”
- LLP “GLASS PARTNER SK”
- LLP “GLASS COMPANY GROUP”
- LLP “NATIONAL GLASS UNIT COMPANY”
- LLP “KJC GROUP”
- LLP “GLASS HOUSE”
- LLP “CAPITAL GLASS UNIT COMPANY”
- LLP “OKNAKZ”
RAW MATERIAL BASE
Sources of raw materials for mirror production include:
- Float glass sheets – the primary material for mirror manufacturing. Supplied by both domestic and foreign producers. In Kazakhstan, available from LLP “KazGlass”, LLP “Global Steklo Trade”, and LLP “Atyrau Steklo”.
- Silver and aluminum for amalgam – used for applying the reflective layer to glass. Imported through LLP “MetalChem Supply”, LLP “KazNonFerrous”, and LLP “AluTech Asia”.
- Chemical reagents (activators, reducers, washing agents) – applied during the deposition and protection stage of the mirror layer. Suppliers include LLP “HimPlus Kazakhstan”, LLP “ReaGroup”, and LLP “SiliconChem”.
- Paints and protective coatings (polyurethane, epoxy) – used to secure the reflective layer and increase moisture resistance. Purchased from LLP “DecorCoat”, LLP “KazPolymer”, and LLP “LakInvest”.
- Foil, films, and PVC backing – for additional protection of the mirror’s reverse side and packaging. Suppliers include LLP “FlexPack KZ”, LLP “PlastInvest”, and LLP “KazPlenka”.
- Wooden and aluminum profiles – used for mirror frames and fittings, supplied by LLP “ProfilLine”, LLP “AlumKZ”, and LLP “DecorFrame Group”.
POTENTIAL SALES MARKETS
The total volume of mirror imports in neighboring countries in 2024 exceeded USD 516 million.
Kazakhstan has a moderate price advantage in most nearby markets.
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
- Potential for import substitution and export growth;
- State support for investors and entrepreneurs;
- Well-developed logistics and transportation system.
MEASURES OF STATE SUPPORT
Investment incentives:
- Exemption from customs duties (0% for up to 5 years on imports);
- Tax incentives (VAT, CIT, land tax, property tax – 0%);
- In-kind grants (land plots, buildings, facilities, etc.);
- Attraction of foreign labor (FLS).
Special Economic Zone (SEZ) preferences:
- Tax incentives (CIT, land tax, property tax);
- Customs preferences (import of raw materials and equipment);
- Land with ready infrastructure (free lease of land plots);
- Simplified procedure for hiring FLS (outside quotas).
Support measures for Kazakhstani producers through JSC “Kazakhstan Industry and Export Center QazIndustry”:
Reimbursement of part of costs for industrial-innovation entities:
- improving labor productivity and developing territorial clusters;
- promoting domestic processed goods in foreign markets;
- promoting domestic processed goods, works, and services in the domestic market.
