U.S. Estimated Consumption And Stocks Of Tungsten Products

This table presents detailed estimates of the United States' consumption and year-end stocks of tungsten products, measured in metric tons of tungsten content. The data is categorized by both end-use applications and product forms, providing insight into the industrial demand and inventory levels of this critical metal. Tungsten is essential for manufacturing hard metals, superalloys, and various chemical applications, making these statistics valuable for understanding supply chain dynamics, industrial capacity, and economic trends related to sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and tooling industries.

Between 2020 and 2021, total tungsten consumption in the U.S. increased notably from 9,650 to 10,600 metric tons, driven primarily by a significant rise in cemented carbide use, which grew from 5,500 to 6,170 metric tons. Consumption in superalloys also saw a modest increase from 410 to 425 metric tons, while steel and chemical uses remained steady. By form, tungsten carbide powder consumption rose from 5,790 to 6,450 metric tons, reflecting its dominant role in the market. Consumer stocks showed a slight decline overall, from 495 metric tons in 2020 to 489 metric tons in 2021, with stable inventories of tungsten carbide powder at 392 metric tons and a small increase in ferrotungsten stocks from 18 to 19 metric tons. Some data points were withheld to protect proprietary information, but the available figures highlight a growing industrial demand for tungsten, particularly in hard materials manufacturing.