Key Takeaways
- In 2022, global rare earth oxide (REO) production totaled 350,000 metric tons, with China's output at 210,000 MT representing 60% of the total
- China's rare earth mining quota for 2023 was set at 240,000 metric tons of REO equivalent, a 14% increase from 2022
- Australia's Lynas Rare Earths produced 16,783 tonnes of REO at its Mt Weld mine in FY2022, up 28% year-on-year
- Global identified rare earth reserves stand at 120 million metric tons REO as of 2023
- China's rare earth reserves are estimated at 44 million metric tons REO, 37% of global total
- Vietnam holds 22 million metric tons REO reserves, second largest globally
- Global REO consumption was 340,000 metric tons in 2022, nearly matching production
- Permanent magnets consumed 44% of global REO demand in 2022, totaling 150,000 tons
- Catalysts used 25% of REO, about 85,000 tons in 2022 for petroleum refining
- Global rare earth market value reached $5.3 billion in 2022
- NdPr oxide spot price peaked at $120/kg in March 2022, up 200% from 2021
- Dysprosium oxide price averaged $350/kg in 2022, volatile due to supply risks
- Permanent magnets account for 29% of REO use in EVs for traction motors
- Wind turbines use 200-600 kg NdFeB magnets per MW capacity globally
- Catalysts in fluid catalytic cracking units consume 20 kg REO per ton of catalyst
China leads global rare earth production, but new sources are emerging worldwide.
Applications and Technology
Applications and Technology Interpretation
Market Demand and Consumption
Market Demand and Consumption Interpretation
Pricing and Trade
Pricing and Trade Interpretation
Production and Output
Production and Output Interpretation
Reserves and Mining
Reserves and Mining Interpretation
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