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2026 USGS Mineral Commodity Summary: Lead & Zinc
I. Lead (Pb) Global Resources Global identified lead resources currently exceed 2 billion tonnes. Significant lead resources have recently been identified within zinc, silver, or copper deposits in Australia, China, Ireland, Mexico, Peru, Portugal, Russia, and the United States (Alaska). Global ...Read More -
Minerals of Greenland: Lead-Zinc Deposits
Greenland’s lead-zinc resources occupy a unique and pivotal position in the global mining landscape. Its resource endowment, development potential, and inherent challenges collectively form a complex picture of this Arctic mineral frontier. Major Deposits and Resource Potential Greenland&#...Read More -
Mineral Profile: Chalcanthite (Blue Vitriol)
English Name: Chalcanthite (Mineralogical), Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate (Chemical) Chemical Formula: $CuSO_4 \cdot 5H_2O$ Characteristics Chalcanthite is commonly known as “Blue Vitriol” or “Bluestone.” It naturally forms as vibrant sky-blue crystals, appearing ...Read More -
Minerals with Chinese Characteristics: Sphalerite
Sphalerite, a zinc-rich mineral, is not only the primary source of zinc metal but also an indispensable cornerstone of the modern industrial system. Zinc, while seemingly common, holds immense economic value and strategic significance. Its applications are vast and profound, appearing in everythi...Read More -
The impact of the Iran war on the mining industry
1. Disruption of Iran’s Domestic Production Steel & Iron Ore: As a top-10 global steel producer, Iran’s output has effectively ceased due to strikes on industrial hubs, tightening supply for Middle Eastern and South Asian markets. Base Metals (Copper & Zinc): Iran holds world-class re...Read More -
The impact of the Iran war on shipping
1. Vital Chokepoint: The Functional Closure of the Strait of Hormuz While Iran has not officially declared a total blockade, the surge in security risks has rendered the strait semi-paralyzed: Plummeting Traffic: Monitoring data shows daily commercial vessel transits have dropped from over 50 t...Read More -
U.S.-Iran Conflict Ignites Global Markets: How Will Commodities Be Impacted?
On February 28, local time, tensions in the Middle East escalated abruptly. Heavy explosions rocked the Iranian capital, Tehran, as sirens blared across Israel. Israel launched a “pre-emptive” strike against Iran, synchronized with U.S. airstrikes. President Trump stated the objective...Read More -
Top 10 Minerals by China’s External Dependency
As the world’s largest consumer of energy and mineral resources, China consistently faces challenges regarding insufficient reserves of key resources and a lack of pricing control. Data shows that among 36 strategic minerals, 20 have an external dependency exceeding 40%, and 13 exceed 70%. ...Read More -
What is the Lantern Festival?
The Lantern Festival (元宵节, Yuánxiāo Jié), also known as the Shangyuan Festival or the Lantern Festival, is one of the most romantic and lively traditional Chinese celebrations. Falling on the 15th day of the first lunar month, it marks the official end of the Spring Festival (Lunar New Year) c...Read More -
Top 10 Silver Mining Countries and Annual Production
Based on global mining statistics for 2025 (referencing the USGS and the Silver Institute), the global annual silver production is approximately 26,000 metric tonnes (approx. 830 million ounces). A critical characteristic of silver is its associated nature: roughly 72% of the world’s silver...Read More -
Recovering “Associated Silver” Amidst Record High Prices: Occurrence States and Efficient Extraction Processes in Cu-Pb-Zn Ores
Introduction: A Shift in Value—From “Bonus” to “Main Course” Silver prices have broken through 8,000 RMB/kg, reaching a ten-year high. For Cu-Pb-Zn polymetallic ores, the economic value of associated silver is now rivaling or even surpassing that of the primary metals. For...Read More -
2026 Mining Cost Outlook: Inflation and New Supply Reshaping the Global Landscape
The mining industry in 2026 is poised to follow two starkly different trajectories. For precious metals producers, it promises to be a “banner year,” as soaring prices are expected to far outpace cost increases, leading to potentially record-breaking margins. Conversely, the batter...Read More
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