1 Mar 2024
Ownership Change for Kyanite in United States
Austria-based company announced acquisition of a U.S. refractory producer, potentially consolidating kyanite supply and impacting domestic production.
Commodity
Kyanite
Kyanite is a silicate mineral found in metamorphic rocks, specifically those subjected to high pressure and temperature. Its origin can be traced to the alteration of aluminous minerals in rocks during metamorphism. The primary use of kyanite is in the production of high-quality ceramics, refractory materials, and abrasives due to its resistance to heat and wear. It also serves as a valuable resource in the electroni...
Kyanite is a silicate mineral found in metamorphic rocks, specifically those subjected to high pressure and temperature. Its origin can be traced to the alteration of aluminous minerals in rocks during metamorphism. The primary use of kyanite is in the production of high-quality ceramics, refractory materials, and abrasives due to its resistance to heat and wear. It also serves as a valuable resource in the electronics industry for its insulating properties.
The production process of kyanite begins with mining, followed by crushing and grinding into a fine powder. This powder undergoes further purification through various methods such as magnetic separation, flotation, or chemical treatments to remove impurities. The purified kyanite powder is then formed into various products, such as ceramic shapes, refractory bricks, or abrasive grains, depending on its intended use.
Production
Kyanite
Kyanite is a high-pressure metamorphic mineral with distinct hardness varying from 4.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale, used in industrial and ceramic applications due to its refractory properties and low thermal expansion coef...
Kyanite is a high-pressure metamorphic mineral with distinct hardness varying from 4.5 to 6.5 on the Mohs scale, used in industrial and ceramic applications due to its refractory properties and low thermal expansion coefficient.
Market intelligence
Relevant Events
Mar 2020
Mine Closure for Kyanite in India
Mines producing kyanite and sillimanite were temporarily closed in March 2020 due to national lockdowns imposed to curb COVID-19, disrupting supply.
1 Jan 2018
Reserve Revision for Kyanite in India
India’s kyanite reserves were revised upward to 7,190,000 metric tons based on new government data.
1 Dec 2016
Regulatory Change for Kyanite in Russia
The Russian government announced support for a project demonstrating the feasibility of using kyanite instead of imported bauxite for alumina production, potentially expanding kyanite’s role in the aluminum sector.
2014
Discovery for Kyanite in Russia
JSC Central Kola Expedition announced discovery of ~950 million metric tons of kyanite resources in Murmansk, potentially opening a new kyanite supply.
2014
Natural Disaster for Kyanite in United States
Severe rains in early 2014 disrupted production at Kyanite Mining Corp.’s operations in Virginia for about one month, impacting kyanite output.
1 Jan 2009
Processing Expansion for Kyanite in United States
KMC upgraded its iron reduction stage, boosting kyanite recovery and production capacity during the 2009 slowdown.
30 Sep 1998
Other for Kyanite in United States
U.S. government announced disposal plan for 0.1 million tons of uncommitted kyanite stockpile on 9‑30‑98, indicating potential release of supply.
1998
Merger for Kyanite in Global
Corporate mergers and buyouts in the refractories industry involving kyanite suppliers have occurred, potentially consolidating market power and affecting supply chains.
30 Sep 1996
Processing Startup for Kyanite in Other
U.S. companies opened refractory plants in other countries to process kyanite-based refractories, expanding production capacity abroad.
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