31 Dec 2025
Resource Revision for Feldspar in Brazil
Revised 2024 production figures for Brazil based on company and government reports, updating the previously reported 620,000 metric tons.
Feldspar trade
Feldspar
Feldspar is a widely used raw material in the mining industry, extracted from igneous and metamorphic rocks. Its major producing countries include China, Italy, Turkey, and Thailand. Feldspar's unique properties make it an essential component in various industries. In glassmaking, it acts as a flux, reducing the melting point of raw materials and improving product workability. In ceramics, feldspar is used to create durable glazes resistant to chemicals. Its alumina content also makes it useful in metallurgy for pr...
Feldspar is a widely used raw material in the mining industry, extracted from igneous and metamorphic rocks. Its major producing countries include China, Italy, Turkey, and Thailand.
Feldspar's unique properties make it an essential component in various industries. In glassmaking, it acts as a flux, reducing the melting point of raw materials and improving product workability. In ceramics, feldspar is used to create durable glazes resistant to chemicals. Its alumina content also makes it useful in metallurgy for producing aluminum and refining iron.
Feldspar is typically traded in its raw form, requiring mining, crushing, grinding, and purification to remove impurities. The demand for high-quality feldspar with consistent chemical composition drives the need for advanced processing techniques and technology.
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31 Dec 2025
Resource Revision for Feldspar in China
Revised 2024 production figures for China based on company and government reports, confirming the production at 3,700,000 metric tons.
31 Dec 2025
Resource Revision for Feldspar in Iran
Revised 2024 production figures for Iran based on company and government reports, confirming the production at 3,900,000 metric tons.
31 Dec 2025
Resource Revision for Feldspar in Morocco
Revised 2024 production figures for Morocco based on company and government reports, confirming the production at 720,000 metric tons.
31 Dec 2025
Resource Revision for Feldspar in Spain
Revised 2024 production figures for Spain based on company and government reports, confirming the production at 620,000 metric tons.
31 Dec 2025
Resource Revision for Feldspar in Turkey
Revised 2024 production figures for Turkey based on company and government reports, reducing the previously reported 75,274,000 metric tons to 5,300,000 metric tons.
Oct 2024
Processing Restart for Feldspar in United States
Both feldspar producers in North Carolina ramped up to full capacity and resumed shipments in October after Hurricane Helene.
26 Sep 2024
Natural Disaster for Feldspar in United States
Hurricane Helene caused damage to feldspar producers in North Carolina, leading to operational disruptions.
26 Sep 2024
Processing Shutdown for Feldspar in United States
The two feldspar producers in North Carolina temporarily shut down operations due to Hurricane Helene.
2024
Reserve Revision for Feldspar in Iran
Iran's feldspar reserves were revised upward based on recent government reports, reflecting updated resource assessments.
2024
Reserve Revision for Feldspar in Republic of Korea
The Republic of Korea's feldspar reserves were revised upward based on recent government reports, indicating updated resource estimates.
1 Jan 2019
Other for Feldspar in Greenland
Company expected to begin shipping feldspar products from Greenland during the first half of 2019.
1 Oct 2018
Other for Feldspar in Greenland
Construction of the White Mountain feldspar facility in Greenland was nearly completed in October 2018, enabling future production.
1 Jan 2018
Other for Feldspar in United States
Canadian company continued development of a feldspar-quartz-kaolin project in Idaho, targeting 45,000 tons per year of potassium feldspar over a 25-year mine life.
1 Jan 2018
Reserve Revision for Feldspar in Brazil
Brazil's feldspar reserves were revised based on updated government information.
1 Jan 2018
Reserve Revision for Feldspar in Czechia
Czechia's feldspar reserves were revised based on updated government information.
1 Jan 2018
Reserve Revision for Feldspar in India
India's feldspar reserves were revised based on updated government information.
1 Jan 2018
Reserve Revision for Feldspar in Korea
Korea's feldspar reserves were revised based on updated government information.
1 Jan 2018
Reserve Revision for Feldspar in Thailand
Thailand's feldspar reserves were revised based on updated government information.
1 Sep 2015
Processing Expansion for Feldspar in United States
Dal‑Tile announced construction of a new glazed porcelain tile plant in Dickson, Tennessee, 50% complete in September 2015 and slated to begin operation in Q1 2016, expanding U.S. porcelain tile capacity.
31 Dec 2014
Processing Shutdown for Feldspar in United States
Imerys Ceramics in Monticello, GA ceased production during 2014, shutting down its feldspar processing operations.
Sep 2012
Mine Opening for Feldspar in United States
I-Minerals Inc. began feldspar mining operations at the Helmer-Bovill property in Idaho after receiving approval, marking the opening of a new feldspar mine.
19 Apr 2012
Export Restriction for Feldspar in India
The Indian Council of Ceramic Tiles and Sanitaryware requested the Indian government to ban feldspar and quartz exports to prevent domestic shortages.
31 Dec 2011
Processing Shutdown for Feldspar in European Union
Closure of several tile and sanitary ware plants in Western Europe reduced feldspar demand and disrupted supply chains.
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