Demand for antimony in solar glass

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What is the demand for antimony?

Rising Demand The demand for antimony has been steadily increasing, particularly in the renewable energy sector. Antimony is a critical component in photovoltaic (PV) glass used in solar panels. With record levels of solar PV installations, especially in China, the demand for antimony has surged.

Why is antimony important for solar panels?

Antimony is a critical component in photovoltaic (PV) glass used in solar panels. With record levels of solar PV installations, especially in China, the demand for antimony has surged. The metal is also essential in the production of lead-acid batteries, energy storage systems, and flame-retardant materials. Geopolitical Factors

How has the demand for antimony changed the photovoltaic industry?

“With a growth rate of 30% year on year, the demand for antimony in the photovoltaic industry has changed the supply-demand balance of the antimony industry” — Kang Dongsheng, chairman of major Chinese antimony producer, Hsikwangshan Twinkling Star Co Ltd told FastMarkets. In the US, the main primary consumption of antimony in 2023, were:

Will antimony demand increase in 2026?

According to China Merchants Securities, antimony demand from the photovoltaic sector is forecast to increase to 68,000 tons in 2026 from 16,000 tons in 2021, with the sector’s share in total consumption rising to 39% from 11%. Project Blue estimates solar PV will account for more than a third of non-metallurgical demand by 2050.

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