The data displays the global zinc reserves as estimated in 2017, sorted by country. As of 2017, Mexico had estimated zinc reserves of 20 million metric tons.
Global zinc key facts
Total global reserves of zinc are estimated to reach some 200 million metric tons. Because of the heavy consumption of this metal, zinc reserves are expected to last only for the next 17 years. Australia owns the biggest zinc reserves worldwide - an estimated 63 million metric tons. Other countries with significant reserves include China, Peru and Mexico.
