South Africa remains the leading manganese producer with 5.3 million metric tons, showing a steady hold on the market. China and Australia follow, each contributing over 2 million metric tons. Gabon and Brazil round out the top five, with contributions over 1 million metric tons. The rest of the countries contribute significantly less, with values under 1 million metric tons. Compared to 2023, this hierarchy remains relatively stable, though subtle shifts in production values may indicate emerging trends. The five-year CAGR indicates incremental growth across most countries, signifying sustained demand and production stability.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential increases in demand for manganese in battery production might drive up production rates.
- Economic and political factors in South Africa and China could significantly impact global supply levels.
- Technological advancements in mining could enhance efficiency and output, especially in smaller producing countries.
Top countries in Top Manganese Producing Countries
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Africa | 5,300 | 2017 | |
| 2 | 2 China | 2,500 | 2017 | |
| 3 | 3 Australia | 2,200 | 2017 | |
| 4 | 4 Gabon | 1,600 | 2017 | |
| 5 | 5 Brazil | 1,200 | 2017 | |
| 6 | 6 India | 790 | 2017 | |
| 7 | 7 Ghana | 550 | 2017 | |
| 8 | 8 Ukraine | 380 | 2017 | |
| 9 | 9 Malaysia | 270 | 2017 | |
| 10 | 10 Kazakhstan | 230 | 2017 |
