Rare Earth Elements Market Size, Share & Demand Trends 2032
According to Fortune Business Insights the global rare earth elements market size was USD 3.39 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow from USD 3.74 billion in 2024 to USD 8.14 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 10.2% during the forecast period. Rising demand for consumer durables like smartphones, laptops, and tablets is driving rare earth element consumption. In developing economies, industrialization, construction, and government-led digitization are accelerating demand. Additionally, the growing adoption of electric vehicles in countries like Germany, the U.S., and the U.K., along with strict carbon regulations and a shift toward clean energy, is further boosting rare earth usage. Get Sample PDF Brochure: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/enquiry/request-sample-pdf/rare-earth-elements-market-102943 Rare Earth Elements Market Segmentation:By Type:
Neodymium led the market in 2023 due to high demand from electric and hybrid vehicle manufacturers for use in permanent magnets. Cerium saw growth from its use in automotive exhaust systems and catalytic converters. Praseodymium gained traction in aerospace for high-strength alloys. Lanthanum demand rose from battery manufacturers, especially for nickel-metal hydride batteries in electronics. Samarium also saw increased use in hybrid vehicle magnets.
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Magnets dominated the market in 2023, driven by demand in motors, electronics, and sensors. Batteries are expected to grow at the fastest rate, fueled by EV adoption and advances in energy storage. Catalysts will see notable growth due to rising use in automotive catalytic converters. Metallurgy demand is rising from automotive and aerospace sectors. Glass and ceramics growth is supported by increasing construction activity, while the polishing segment benefits from expanding electronics production.
- January 2021: Lynas Rare Earths Limited and the U.S. Government signed an agreement to construct a Light Rare Earths separation plant in Texas through Lynas USA LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary. The new plant is estimated to produce rare earth elements at around 5,000 tonnes per annum.
- Baotou Rare Earth (China)
- China Minmetal Rare Earth (China)
- Avalon Advanced Materials (Canada)
- IREL (India)
- Metall Rare Earth Limited (China)
- Arafura Resources (Australia)
- Canada Rare Earth Corporation (Canada)
- Lynas Corporation (Australia)
- Northern Minerals (Australia)
- Greenland Minerals Limited (Australia)
- Other Players