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This table presents the estimated consumption of bismuth metal in the United States, categorized by its various industrial and commercial uses. Tracking this data is crucial for understanding the demand dynamics of bismuth, a metal valued for its low toxicity and unique physical properties, which make it essential in applications such as alloys, chemicals, and metallurgical additives. By analyzing consumption patterns, policymakers and industry stakeholders can gauge economic trends, assess supply chain stability, and make informed decisions regarding resource management and industrial development.
In 2023, the total bismuth metal consumed in the United States was approximately 691,000 kilograms, showing a slight decrease from the revised 711,000 kilograms reported in 2022. Consumption in bismuth alloys declined from 182,000 kilograms in 2022 to 174,000 kilograms in 2023, indicating a modest reduction in this key application area. Data for chemicals, metallurgical additives, and other uses remain withheld to protect proprietary information but are included in the total figures. Overall, the downward trend in total consumption suggests a potential shift in industrial demand or substitution by alternative materials, warranting further monitoring in future reporting periods.
| TABLE 2 | ||||
| BISMUTH METAL CONSUMED | ||||
| IN THE UNITED STATES, BY ESTIMATED USE1 | ||||
| (Kilograms) | ||||
| Use | 2022 | 2023 | ||
| Chemicals2 | W | W | ||
| Bismuth alloys | 182000 | 174000 | ||
| Metallurgical additives | W | W | ||
| Other | W | W | ||
| Total | 711000 | r | 691000 | |
rRevised. W Withheld to avoid disclosing company proprietary data; included in “Total.”
1Table includes data available through November 4, 2024. Data are rounded to no more than three significant digits; may not add to totals shown.
2Includes industrial and laboratory chemicals, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Source: United States Geological Survey Mineral Resources Program
See also: Bismuth statistics | Mineral commodity prices