Galvanizing was the largest end use of zinc worldwide in 2018, accounting for a 50 percent share of global zinc consumption. Zinc is a base metal that is widely used for galvanizing, alloying, as well as in chemical applications. As an essential mineral, zinc is also used in dietary supplements.
Distribution of zinc consumption worldwide in 2018, by end use
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Various sources (NorZinc). (March 15, 2019). Distribution of zinc consumption worldwide in 2018, by end use [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 23, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1065740/global-zinc-consumption-distribution-by-end-use/
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