Results for tag: "Antimony"

Antimony is a non-ferrous metal that is primarily used in the production of flame retardants, batteries, and alloys. It is a silvery-white, brittle, and crystalline solid that has a relatively low melting point. Antimony is found in nature as the sulfide mineral stibnite, and is extracted from ores by smelting or chemical leaching. The antimony market is highly dependent on the demand for flame retardants, which are used in a variety of industries, including construction, automotive, and electronics. The market is also affected by the availability of antimony ore, as well as the cost of production. In recent years, the market has seen an increase in demand due to the growing use of antimony in the production of lead-acid batteries. The antimony market is highly competitive, with a number of companies operating in the space. Some of the major players include China Minmetals Corporation, Hunan Chenzhou Mining Group, and U.S. Antimony Corporation. Other companies in the market include Hunan Nonferrous Metals Corporation, Hunan Zhongnan Mining Group, and Hunan Huachang Antimony Industry Co. Ltd. Show Less Read more