Key Market Indicators
South African demand for antimony is expected to decline by 9.2% each year on average, reaching 42,040 kilograms by 2026. Since 2005, the country's demand has fallen by 9%. Meanwhile, the country's supply of antimony is expected to drop by 2.9% annually, reaching 7,580 kilograms by 2026. South Africa has seen a decline of 21.8% in its supply of the metal since 2005. In 2021, the country ranked 30th in the world for antimony supply, with Guatemala (9,010 kilograms) coming in ahead. China, Thailand and India ranked second, third and fourth, respectively.