Top 5 Global Aluminum Producing Countries

Aluminum is one of the lightest metals in the world. In nature, this metal is found in an ore called bauxite.

This metal has a shiny silver color and is easily malleable, making it widely used to create various products.

Aluminum is also one of the most commonly used metals by the public due to its advantages such as corrosion resistance, lightweight nature, low maintenance costs, recyclability, and non-flammability.

According to data from the United States Geological Survey (USGS), global aluminum production in 2021 reached 68 million metric tons. This figure increased by 4.45% compared to the previous year's production of 65.1 million metric tons.

China is recorded as the world's largest aluminum producer in 2021, with a total production reaching 57.3% of the global aluminum supply.

Here is a list of the top 5 largest aluminum producing countries in the world in 2021:

1. China – 39 million metric tons
2. India – 3.9 million metric tons
3. Russia – 3.7 million metric tons
4. Canada – 3.1 million metric tons
5. United Arab Emirates – 2.6 million metric tons

China itself has a very high demand for aluminum to supply its domestic industries, especially for the production of motor vehicles and food utensils.

The Chinese government also provides subsidies for aluminum production costs, making it cheaper.

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