In 2023, South Africa led vermiculite production, reaching 170 thousand metric tons, followed by the United States with 100 thousand metric tons, and Brazil with 50 thousand metric tons. Zimbabwe produced 40 thousand metric tons, while Russia and Uganda each produced 20 thousand metric tons. India and Bulgaria both recorded 10 thousand metric tons. Over the past two years, South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Brazil showed growth, while the U.S. output remained stable. The 5-year CAGR indicates steady production growth, with South Africa experiencing the most significant increase due to robust mining investments.
Future trends to watch for include potential resource expansion in Africa, technological advancements in extraction processes, and increased demand in construction-related applications, which might alter global production standings.
Top countries in Top Vermiculite Producing Countries
| # | 8 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Africa | 170 | 2017 | |
| 2 | 2 United States | 100 | 2017 | |
| 3 | 3 Brazil | 50 | 2017 | |
| 4 | 4 Zimbabwe | 40 | 2017 | |
| 5 | 5 Russia | 20 | 2017 | |
| 6 | 6 Uganda | 20 | 2017 | |
| 7 | 7 India | 10 | 2017 | |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 10 | 2017 |
