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Top 20 countries by zinc production in 2024

5 May , 2025  

Based on the latest data from the US Geological Survey (USGS) and the International Lead and Zinc Study Group (ILZSG), the analytical center “Experts Club” has presented an updated ranking of the world’s twenty largest zinc producers for 2024.

Top 20 countries by zinc production in 2024

Rank Country Production volume (tons)

1 China 4,000,000

2 Peru 1,300,000

3 Australia 1,100,000

4 India 860,000

5 United States 750,000

6 Mexico 700,000

7 Bolivia 510,000

8 Kazakhstan 370,000

9 Russia 310,000

10 Sweden 240,000

11 South Africa 120,000

12 Canada 110,000

13 Brazil 100,000

14 Iran 90,000

15 Portugal 80,000

16 Ireland 70,000

17 Namibia 60,000

18 Finland 50,000

19 Turkey 40,000

20 Spain 30,000

Current trends and challenges

The global zinc market faces a number of challenges:

  • Price declines: Zinc prices have fallen from record highs in 2022, leading to the closure of some mines and reduced production.
  • Environmental concerns: In some regions, such as Peru, zinc mining raises concerns about the impact on the environment and local communities.
  • Growing demand: Demand for zinc is expected to increase due to the development of green technologies such as solar panels and wind turbines.

Source: https://expertsclub.eu/top-20-stran-po-dob%d1%8bche-czynka-v-2024-godu/