found as ingots, broken pieces, granular, or cast cakes.
Occurrence: Found in volcanic rock deposits and deep-seated veins. The primary ore is stibnite. Often obtained as a byproduct of lead-zinc-silver mining.
Major Producer: China is the dominant producer, accounting for 88% of global output. Other producers include Bolivia, Russia, and Tajikistan.
Pakistan could have economic implications for the region. Antimony’s diverse applications across industries make it a strategically important resource. Its use as an alloy to harden lead makes it crucial for industries such as manufacturing batteries for electric cars.
