Chinese antimony ingot and trioxide prices rose during the week as smelters held back sales under cost pressure and export controls tightened available supply. Downstream restocking expectations for the upcoming peak season added support, though end-user acceptance of higher offers remained cautious.
A Datong Securities report cited by SMM notes antimony ore grades are declining and environmental protection-driven production restrictions are widening the supply gap. PV and hard alloy demand remains firm and inventories are low, supporting firmer antimony prices.
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antimony | China | FOB | USD 19,748.60/MT | June 2026 |
| Antimony | India | CIF | USD 19,836.15/MT | June 2026 |
| Antimony | USA | CIF | USD 19,903.55/MT | June 2026 |
| Antimony | Brazil | CIF | USD 19,870.09/MT | June 2026 |
| Antimony | Canada | CIF | USD 19,908.60/MT | June 2026 |
| Antimony | China | FOB | USD 22,958.60/MT | May 2026 |
| Antimony | India | CIF | USD 23,025.94/MT | May 2026 |
| Antimony | USA | CIF | USD 23,077.79/MT | May 2026 |
| Antimony | Brazil | CIF | USD 23,090.60/MT | May 2026 |
| Antimony | Canada | CIF | USD 23,202.79/MT | May 2026 |
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Asia
Antimony prices in China declined to ~RMB 163.22/kg and ~RMB 155.34/kg, respectively, in the first two months of Q2’26, showing a ~4.8% decrease during the said period. The market remained under pressure as weak demand from flame-retardant and photovoltaic glass producers outweighed restricted mine supply and smelter production cuts. Domestic antimony output declined as mines faced environmental inspections, safety controls and operational restrictions, while smelters reduced production due to weak margins. However, higher ore imports improved raw material availability, as increased inflows of antimony ores and concentrates into China supported smelter operations during the quarter. Antimony oxide exports also weakened in the second half of the quarter, reflecting lower overseas purchasing activity.
Europe
Antimony prices in Europe remained under pressure as supply concerns from reduced Chinese exports were balanced by weak downstream demand. Lower Chinese antimony oxide shipments increased supply uncertainty for European flame-retardant producers, but cautious buying limited market support. Chemical industry weakness affected consumption, with lower production activity and reduced trade flows limiting demand for antimony-based additives. Automotive demand provided some support through increased vehicle registrations, supporting applications in electronic components, flame-retardant plastics and battery-related materials. However, broader industrial and consumer-goods demand remained weak, restricting stronger price movement.
North America
Antimony prices in the United States declined to ~USD 23,993.54/MT in April and ~USD 23,077.79/MT in May, showing a ~3.8% decrease. The market remained supported by supply concerns and strategic demand, but weaker global demand limited further gains. Meanwhile, United States Antimony Corporation restarted mining operations at Stibnite Hill in Montana and began commissioning its Thompson Falls smelter during Q2, improving the supply conditions domestically. Defence demand provided additional support through a U.S. government order for antimony metal ingots. Solar installations and continued demand for flame-retardant materials also supported consumption, although cautious downstream purchasing limited market strength.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, Near-term antimony prices are expected to remain influenced by supply security concerns, export availability and defence-related demand, while weak industrial consumption may restrict significant increases.
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In China, antimony prices moved upward through Q1 2026, driven primarily by persistent supply tightness and gradual recovery in downstream demand. The global supply base remained highly concentrated, with total mine production estimated at around 100,000 metric tonnes in 2025, while China accounted for roughly 55–60% of global output, reinforcing its dominant role in controlling availability. Domestic ore supply remained constrained despite increased imports, as annual inflows were insufficient to offset declining mine grades and stricter environmental regulations that limited operating rates. Import volumes of antimony ore and concentrates rose toward the end of the previous year, yet overall supply conditions remained tight.
Supply-side constraints were further reinforced by limited overseas production growth and slow capacity additions, keeping the global supply gap intact. Although inflows from Southeast Asia increased during the quarter, they only partially eased domestic shortages without altering the tight supply structure. On the demand side, flame retardants continued to account for the largest share of consumption, while photovoltaic glass demand provided steady support, though procurement remained largely need-based. Export activity for antimony oxide showed recovery trends, supporting overall demand stability, even as seasonal disruptions temporarily slowed trade flows.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, in the near term, antimony prices in China are expected to remain firm with slight fluctuations, supported by continued supply constraints and stable downstream demand, though limited purchasing momentum may cap sharper increases.
Antimony is a silvery- bluish- white brittle, and flaky-looking solid metalloid. It occurs naturally as a sulfide mineral stibnite. It is non-reactive towards cold water and cold acids but dissolves in hot acids and aqua regia. It has applications in the manufacture of semiconductors and batteries and as a flame retardant.
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Infrared detectors, diodes, lead hardening, Batteries, bullets and arms, flame retardant
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Stibium (Latin name, hence the symbol Sb)
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In the production of antimony, Stibnite is firstly concentrated via grinding, milling, floatation and gravity separation of the ores, followed by volatilization, where Stibnite is oxidized, and the collected fumes are then reduced into the metal antimony.
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