Energy Institutekt
Cobalt Production
7 countries202 records1995–2024
About this indicator
Cobalt production in kilotonnes measures output of a key battery mineral used in EV and electronics manufacturing. The Democratic Republic of Congo supplies over 70% of global cobalt, raising supply chain and ethical concerns.
Full name: Cobalt production (kt)
Source: Energy Institute
Top 7 Countries — Cobalt Production
Full Country Rankings (7)
| # | Country | Value | Unit | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇷🇺 Russia | 8.7 | kt | 2024 |
| 2 | 🇨🇦 Canada | 4.5 | kt | 2024 |
| 3 | 🇵🇭 Philippines | 4.12 | kt | 2024 |
| 4 | 🇦🇺 Australia | 3.6 | kt | 2024 |
| 5 | 🇨🇳 China | 1.75 | kt | 2024 |
| 6 | 🇲🇦 Morocco | 1.69 | kt | 2024 |
| 7 | 🇿🇦 South Africa | 0.56 | kt | 2024 |
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