Indium: World Refinery Production, By Country Or Locality

This table presents data on global refinery production of indium, broken down by country or locality over the period from 2020 to 2024. Indium is a critical metal used primarily in the electronics industry, notably in the manufacture of touchscreens, LCDs, and semiconductors. Tracking refinery production by country provides insight into the supply dynamics of this strategically important metal, which can influence global markets, pricing, and industrial supply chains. Understanding production trends helps policymakers, manufacturers, and investors anticipate potential supply constraints or surpluses that could impact technology sectors reliant on indium.

Analysis of the data reveals that China remains the dominant producer of refined indium, with output increasing steadily from 590,000 kilograms in 2020 to an estimated 760,000 kilograms in 2024. This represents a significant growth trend, particularly notable between 2021 and 2023, where production rose from 600,000 to 756,000 kilograms. The Republic of Korea is the second-largest producer, though its output has slightly declined from 210,000 kilograms in 2020 to 180,000 kilograms in 2024. Canada’s production has decreased from 60,653 kilograms in 2020 to an estimated 40,000 kilograms in 2024, indicating a downward trend. Other countries such as Belgium, France, Japan, Russia, and Uzbekistan maintain relatively stable but much smaller production levels. Overall, total world refinery production of indium has increased from 991,000 kilograms in 2020 to an estimated 1,090,000 kilograms in 2024, reflecting growing global demand and expanding refining capacity.