This table presents estimated production figures for aluminum oxide and silicon carbide abrasives in the United States and Canada. These materials are essential in various industries, including manufacturing, construction, and automotive, where they are used for grinding, cutting, and polishing applications. Understanding the production levels of these abrasives is crucial for assessing market trends, supply chain dynamics, and the overall health of the industrial sector in North America.

The data included in this table is sourced from the USGS Mineral Yearbook, which compiles comprehensive statistics on mineral production and consumption. It is important to note the footnote notations that accompany the data: "e" indicates estimated figures, "p" denotes preliminary data that may be subject to revision, and "r" signifies revised data that has been updated for accuracy. These notations help users interpret the reliability and status of the data presented.

¹Table includes data available through May 29, 2025. Data are rounded to no more than three significant digits.

²Owing to rounding, data do not match total quarterly Mineral Industry Surveys estimated data.

³Quantities are rounded to the nearest 5,000 metric tons to avoid disclosing company proprietary data.

⁴Regular grade accounts for about 62% of total output, and high-purity material accounts for the remainder.

⁵Approximately one-half of the quantity and value consists of material for metallurgical and other nonabrasive applications.

⁶Only includes United States production.

TABLE 2
ESTIMATED PRODUCTION OF ALUMINUM OXIDE AND SILICON CARBIDE ABRASIVES
IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA¹

	2023		2024
	Quantity2, 3	Value2	Quantity2, 3	Value2
Product	(metric tons)	(thousands)	(metric tons)	(thousands)
Aluminum oxide⁴	25000	3400	25000	4590
Silicon carbide5, 6	45000	28800	40000	29400

Estimated Production Of Aluminum Oxide And Silicon Carbide Abrasives In The United States And Canada