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Zinc Oxide Production

Zinc oxide (ZnO) is a versatile compound commonly used in various industries, including rubber, ceramics, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. The production of zinc oxide involves several processes, starting from the mining of zinc ores to the final production of the compound.

The primary source of zinc ore is zinc sulfide (ZnS), which is commonly known as sphalerite. Other zinc-containing minerals like zincite (ZnO) and franklinite (ZnFe2O4) might also be used as sources in specific cases. The mining process involves the extraction of zinc-rich ores from underground or open-pit mines.

After mining, the zinc ores are crushed and ground to liberate the zinc-containing particles. The next step is the separation of valuable minerals from the waste rock. This process, called flotation, utilizes chemicals and water to create a frothy mixture. As a result, the valuable zinc minerals attach to air bubbles and rise to the surface, forming a froth. The froth is then skimmed off, and the zinc-rich concentrate is collected.

In the next stage, the zinc concentrate undergoes a roasting process in a furnace. Roasting converts the zinc sulfide concentrate into zinc oxide, eliminating sulfur compounds as sulfur dioxide gas (SO2) and transforming it into a more readily usable form. This process is carried out at high temperatures, typically around 1200-1300°C.

Once the roasting process is complete, the zinc oxide is obtained as a fine white powder. However, impurities and unreacted materials may still be present. To purify the zinc oxide, further refining processes like acid leaching, precipitation, and calcination may be employed to ensure a high-quality final product.

The acid leaching process involves the dissolution of impurities by treating the zinc oxide with sulfuric acid or hydrochloric acid. This step removes various metallic impurities or compounds that might affect the properties of the final zinc oxide. After leaching, the mixture is filtered to separate the dissolved impurities.

The purified zinc oxide can then be precipitated by adding suitable reagents. Commonly used reagents for precipitation include sodium hydroxide, ammonium hydroxide, or sodium carbonate. The precipitation process results in the formation of solid zinc hydroxide, which is then further thermally treated to convert it into zinc oxide.

The final step in zinc oxide production is calcination, which involves heating the precipitated zinc hydroxide at temperatures around 800-1000°C. Calcination drives off any remaining volatiles and removes water molecules, resulting in the formation of pure zinc oxide. The calcination process also influences the final properties of the zinc oxide, such as particle size and surface area.

After calcination, the zinc oxide is cooled and milled to achieve the desired particle size. It can then be packaged and distributed for its various applications in industries like rubber manufacturing, ceramics production, pharmaceuticals, sunscreens, and pigments.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global zinc market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Trevali Mining , Teck Resources, Hudbay Minerals, Nevsun Resources, Arizona Mining, Canadian Zinc, Heron Resources, American Metal Company, Boliden AB, Svenska Bergsbruk, Empire Zinc Company, Isle of Man Mining Company, Kazzinc, MMG Limited, Noranda, Nyrstar, South32, Sphinx Resources, SSR Mining Inc., Stolberger Zink, Teck Resources, Volcan, Xstrata, Yunnan Jinding Zinc, Teck Alaska Inc, Nyrstar NV, Hecla Mining Co., St. Lawrence Zinc Company LLC, Horsehead Holding Corp.’s

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023