Antimony Market Report 2025

The antimony market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.69 billion in 2024 to $5.01 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrial demand, flame retardant applications, regulatory influences, electronics sector growth, mining and supply dynamics.

The antimony market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.54 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to advanced electronics, EV revolution, stringent regulations, global economic conditions, exploration and mining developments. Major trends in the forecast period include green technologies, battery technologies, market expansion in Asia-Pacific, shift towards sustainable antimony production, supply chain challenges and price volatility.

The anticipated growth of the antimony market is attributed to the escalating number of fire accidents and the implementation of rigorous fire safety regulations. According to these regulations, prioritizing prevention is crucial to averting fire-related incidents. The surge in fire accidents has led to an increased demand for fire safety measures, consequently driving up antimony production. Antimony is commonly utilized as a flame inhibitor in fire-resistant apparel, flame retardants, and various fire protection systems. For example, in November 2023, reports from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), a non-profit organization based in the United States, revealed that in 2022, local fire departments in the U.S. responded to 1.5 million fire accidents. These incidents resulted in the loss of 3,790 lives, with 13,250 individuals sustaining injuries. The property damage from these fires is estimated to be $18 billion. Moreover, between 2021 and 2022, apartment fire-related deaths increased by 14%, injuries by 7%, and property losses by 6%. Consequently, the surge in fire incidents and the enforcement of stringent fire safety regulations are key drivers for the antimony market.

The growing demand for electric vehicles is anticipated to drive the expansion of the antimony market in the future. Electric vehicles are cars powered by electricity stored in batteries or fuel cells. Antimony is frequently utilized in electric vehicles for the production of lead-acid batteries and has indirect applications in the manufacturing and operation of various components. For example, in October 2023, the European Environment Agency, a Denmark-based government entity, reported significant growth in electric vehicle adoption within the European Union, where electric cars made up 21.6% of new car registrations in 2022. This led to nearly two million electric cars being registered, up from 1.74 million in 2021. The number of electric vans on European roads also saw an increase, accounting for 5.5% of new registrations in 2022. Newly registered battery electric vehicles rose by 25%, while registrations of plug-in hybrid vehicles remained steady. Consequently, the rising demand for electric vehicles is propelling the antimony market.

Major companies in the antimony market are pursuing innovative initiatives, such as antimony metal production projects, to cater to industries that require improved fire resistance and durability. An antimony metal production project involves extracting and processing antimony ore to create refined antimony metal for various industrial uses, including flame retardants, electronics, and metal alloys. For example, in April 2022, Huayu Mining, a China-based metals mining company, launched the Tajikistan antimony-gold project. This initiative aims to process 1.5 million tons of ore each year. Upon reaching full capacity, it is expected to produce 2.2 tons of gold and 16,000 tons of antimony metal annually. This operation is intended to significantly boost the production of both valuable metals.

Major players within the antimony market are actively pursuing investments and funding initiatives to fortify their positions within the industry. These investments involve the allocation of financial resources, typically in the form of capital, to bolster specific projects, businesses, or strategic endeavors. For instance, in August 2023, Perpetua Resources Corp., a prominent US-based mining company, secured an Ordnance Technology Initiative Agreement (OTIA) potentially valued at up to $15.5 million. This agreement, obtained through the Department of Defense (DoD) under the Prototype Other Transaction (OT) authority, was facilitated via the DoD Ordnance Technology Consortium (DOTC).

In April 2024, Korea Zinc, a South Korea-based manufacturer and seller of non-ferrous metals, acquired Kataman Metals for $55 million. This acquisition is expected to enhance the company's recycling and resource circulation initiatives by providing access to a specialized platform. Moreover, it will link them with expert traders who possess a broader and more diverse network of scrap metal feedstock sources. Kataman Metals is a US-based supplier of antimony products.

Major companies operating in the antimony market include China Minmetals Corporation, United States Antimony, GeoProMining Ltd., C. Steinweg Group, Tri-Star Resources PLC, China Antimony Trioxide Corporation, Consolidated Murchison Mine, AMG Advanced Metallurgical Group, Campine NV, Beaver Brook Antimony Mine Inc., Mandalay Resources Ltd, Hsikwangshan Twinkling Star Co. Ltd., Dongguan Jiefu Flame-Retarded Materials Co. Ltd., Nihon Seiko Co. Ltd., Belmont Metals, Huachang Antimony Industry, Hunan Chenzhou Mining Group Co. Ltd., Lambert Metals International, Suzuhiro Chemical, Yunnan Muli Antimony Industry Co. Ltd., China Antimony Chemicals Co. Ltd., Sarylakh-Surma and Zvezda, Antimony Metal Processing South Africa (Pty) Ltd., Antimony Recovery from End-of-Life Products, Guangxi Youngsun Chemicals Co. Ltd., Xikuangshan Antimony Company Limited.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the antimony market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the antimony market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the antimony market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Antimony is a semi-metallic chemical element characterized by its silvery-white appearance and toxic properties. Exhibiting adeptness as a conductor of both heat and electricity, it showcases resilience against diluted acids or alkalis and remains stable in dry air. Found naturally in the environment, antimony exists in two distinct forms such as metallic antimony, distinguished by its bright, silvery, hard, and brittle nature, and non-metallic antimony, which manifests as a gray powder.

The report encompasses several key types of antimony, including antimony trioxide, antimony pentoxide, alloys, metal ingots, and other variations. Antimony finds diverse applications across multiple sectors, notably in flame retardants, plastic additives, lead-acid batteries, and the production of glass and ceramics, among other uses. Additionally, the end-user industries for antimony span across the chemical, automotive, electrical and electronics sectors, and various other industries.

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The antimony market consists of sales of sodium stibogluconate, antimony trichloride, antimony oxychloride, metal alloys, and ceramics. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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