Principal Producers Of Silicon Alloys And (Or) Silicon Metal In The United States In 2023

This table presents a detailed overview of the key companies producing silicon alloys and silicon metal within the United States during 2023. The data highlights the geographic distribution of production facilities and specifies the types of silicon products manufactured, such as ferrosilicon and silicon metal. This information is crucial for understanding the domestic supply chain of these essential materials, which are integral to various industrial sectors including steelmaking, electronics, and chemical manufacturing. Tracking principal producers helps gauge the health and capacity of the U.S. silicon industry, informing economic planning and policy decisions related to resource security and industrial competitiveness.

In 2023, production was concentrated among a handful of companies with multiple plants across several states. Ferroglobe U.S.A. Metals, LLC and its subsidiaries dominate the landscape, operating facilities in Alabama, Ohio, and West Virginia, producing both ferrosilicon and silicon metal. Notably, the Bridgeport, AL plant focuses solely on ferrosilicon, while the Selma, AL and Burnsville, MS plants specialize in silicon metal. CC Metals and Alloys, LLC in Kentucky remains a key ferrosilicon producer. The presence of joint ventures and subsidiaries, such as the partnership between Ferroglobe PLC and The Dow Chemical Co. at the Alloy, WV plant, underscores the collaborative nature of this industry. Compared to previous years, the stable distribution of production sites suggests a consistent domestic supply, with no significant closures or new entrants reported, reflecting steady demand and established operational capacity in the U.S. silicon alloy and metal sector.