GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Antimony Industry Statistics
The antimony industry statistics reveal trends in production, consumption, prices, and trade of antimony globally.
In this post, we will explore key statistics and trends in the antimony industry, shedding light on aspects such as production volume, market values, global trade dynamics, and historical price fluctuations. From the reliance of the US on imports to the restructuring challenges faced by the antimony oxide industry, we will delve into the intricate landscape of one of the world’s critical minerals.
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"World production of antimony concentrates in 2019 was an estimated 150,000 metric tons (t)."
Statistic 2
"The US relies on imports for about 85% of its antimony supply."
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"In 2020, the Antimony Ore market worldwide was valued at US$ 1.7 billion."
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"In 2020, Bolivia was the world's sixth largest producer of antimony."
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"The global antimony market is estimated to register compounding annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 6% until 2023."
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"Flame retardants were the largest end-use of antimony (43%) followed by lead acid batteries (24%)."
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"Antimony prices experienced a general decline from around $8,000 per metric ton in 2011 to below $6,000 per metric ton in 2019."
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"The United States has not mined antimony since 2001."
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"The antimony trioxide flame retardant market size was valued at USD 418.9 million in 2019."
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"Europe imports almost 62% of antimony from China."
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"The antimony oxide industry had to restructure and reposition itself in the face of declining demand growth rates from the principal worldwide market, the US."
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"Antimony was declared a critical mineral in 2018 by United States."
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"Lead-acid batteries and flame retardants account for more than 80% of the antimony use."
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"The prices of antimony remained relatively stable during the 5 years prior to 2020."