MERCURY CONCENTRATE
15–20% Metal Content
GLOBAL MARKET VALUE
Mercury concentrate with a metal content of 15% to 20% is particularly important in the electronics industry and laboratory equipment. This concentrate, which can be processed to obtain high-purity mercury, plays a significant role in precision measurement devices and critical reactions in chemical processes. Additionally, it holds a significant share in the global market due to its use in the amalgamation process in gold mining.
APPLICATION AREAS
Electronics Industry: Thermometers, barometers, fluorescent lamps.
Chemical Industry: Catalysis and amalgamation processes.
1.Electronics Industry
Mercury concentrate is used in precision devices such as thermometers, barometers, and fluorescent lamps. Its high conductivity and density provide precision, particularly in temperature and pressure measurement devices. The electronics sector prefers mercury concentrate for reliable and durable measurement in these devices.
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2. Chemical Industry
Mercury concentrate is used as a catalyst in various reactions and in amalgamation processes in the chemical industry. In particular, mercury concentrate is widely used in the amalgamation process for extracting and purifying gold. This process enhances efficiency by facilitating the extraction of gold from low-quality ores, ensuring mercury's significant position in the global market.
The demand for mercury concentrate is concentrated in the electronics, chemical, and mining sectors, particularly in the Asian and North American markets. The production of high-purity mercury and its use in gold mining amalgamation processes increase the strategic importance of mercury concentrate. These applications ensure that mercury concentrate remains widely used globally and retains its position as a critical industrial resource in the global market.