Global mercury production saw varied changes across countries from 2023 to 2024. China's production, leading globally, grew by 3.68% to 4.31 thousand metric tons, driven by continued industrial demand. Tajikistan, despite its smaller production scale, increased output by 4.23%. In contrast, Mexico faced a significant decrease of 15.64%, while Peru and Norway saw modest declines of 1.87% and 1.02%, respectively. Argentina showed slight growth at 2.29%, whereas Morocco experienced a notable reduction of 19.73%.
Future trends to watch include:
- China's potential for further growth, fueled by industrial needs.
- Impact of environmental regulations affecting production capabilities globally.
- Technological advancements in mercury recycling influencing production demands.
- Emerging markets potentially altering the global mercury production landscape.
Top countries in Mercury Production by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 4,310 | 2023 | +3.75% | +3.68% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Tajikistan | 123 | 2023 | +4.24% | +4.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Mexico | 100 | 2023 | -4.76% | -15.64% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Argentina | 56 | 2023 | +1.82% | +2.29% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Peru | 36.39 | 2023 | -2.05% | -1.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 19 | 2023 | 0% | -1.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Morocco | 1 | 2023 | 0% | -19.73% | View data |
