Waelz Zinc Oxide Producers In The United States In 2023

This table provides a detailed overview of the primary producers of waelz zinc oxide within the United States for the year 2023. Waelz zinc oxide is a critical intermediate product derived from the recycling of zinc-bearing materials, such as electric arc furnace dust and other steelmaking byproducts. This data is significant because it highlights the domestic capacity for zinc recovery and recycling, which supports the U.S. metal supply chain, reduces reliance on imported raw materials, and promotes sustainable industrial practices. Understanding the geographic distribution and corporate structure of these producers also aids policymakers and industry stakeholders in assessing regional economic impacts and infrastructure needs.

In 2023, the U.S. zinc oxide production landscape was dominated by Befesa Zinc US Inc., operating four facilities located in Barnwell, South Carolina; Calumet, Illinois; Palmerton, Pennsylvania; and Rockwood, Tennessee. Other notable producers include Steel Dust Recycling LLC in Millport, Alabama, a subsidiary of Mexico-based Zinc Nacional S.A., and Waelz Sustainable Products LLC in Logansport, Indiana, a joint venture between Zinc Nacional S.A. and Heritage Environmental Services. Zinc Resources LLC operated two sites in Victoria, Texas. The presence of multiple facilities under single corporate entities and international partnerships underscores a trend toward consolidation and cross-border collaboration in the zinc recycling sector. This diversified geographic footprint supports regional economies across the eastern and southern United States while enhancing the resilience of domestic zinc oxide supply chains.