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Distribution of global rare earth element consumption by end use 2016

Distribution of rare earth element consumption worldwide in 2016, by end use

The data presents the distribution of rare earth element (REE) consumption worldwide in 2016, by end use. In that year, permanent magnets accounted for the biggest share of REE consumption, at 24%.

Permanent magnets	24
Fuel cracking catalysts	21
Glass polishing	14
Metallurgy and alloys	11
Other catalysts	9
Battery alloys	7
Phosphors	6
Ceramics	4
Other	4

Distribution of global rare earth element consumption by end use 2016

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