In 2021, South Africa was the largest source of ruthenium, accounting for 91 percent of worldwide supply. In contrast, North America accounted for just one percent of the worldwide ruthenium supply that year.
Ruthenium is a platinum group metal used in the production of electronic components and in alloys.
Distribution of ruthenium supply worldwide in 2021, by region
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Heraeus. (March 28, 2022). Distribution of ruthenium supply worldwide in 2021, by region [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved November 21, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1305819/worldwide-share-of-ruthenium-supply-by-region/
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