Antimony Market Size, Share, Overview, Forecast Report 2031
The market refers to the global trade and consumption of antimony, a lustrous gray metalloid primarily used in flame retardants, lead-acid batteries, alloys, and semiconductors. Extracted mainly from stibnite ore, antimony is a strategic metal due to its critical role in manufacturing and defense applications. It exists in both metallic and compound forms, with antimony trioxide being the most commercially significant derivative. Its flame-retardant properties make it valuable in plastics, textiles, and electronic components. Owing to its strategic importance, antimony is classified as a critical mineral in several regions, including the United States and the European Union.