In 2023, China dominated global alumina production with a substantial share of 58.46%, followed by Australia at 13.94% and Brazil at 6.02%. India's share also marked notable growth, reaching 5.11%. Key year-on-year variations included growth in China (3.55%), India (3.26%), and significant increases in Saudi Arabia (5.9%) and Vietnam (4.99%). Meanwhile, the United States experienced a sharp decline of 21.04%, highlighting a substantial shift in the production landscape. Over the past five years, these trends suggest an increasing concentration of production in Asia.
Future trends to watch:
- Asia's dominance in the industry with increased investments in China and India.
- Potential recovery or strategic shifts in the U.S. and European production facilities.
- Emerging players like Vietnam and Saudi Arabia likely to increase their global share.
Top countries in Alumina Production Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 58.46 | 2023 | +3.75% | +3.55% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Australia | 13.94 | 2023 | +0.4% | +0.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Brazil | 6.02 | 2023 | +0.083% | +1.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 India | 5.11 | 2023 | +2.92% | +3.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Russia | 1.86 | 2023 | -0.15% | -0.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Saudi Arabia | 1.6 | 2023 | +5.63% | +5.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Jamaica | 1.42 | 2023 | -0.98% | -3.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 1.37 | 2023 | +1.25% | +1.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 1.32 | 2023 | +0.62% | +0.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ukraine | 1.19 | 2023 | +0.92% | +0.54% | View data |
