Raw Materials

Mineral raw materials include mined ores and concentrates produced through beneficiation.

About Nickel

Nickel is used in stainless steel, corrosion-resistant alloys, superalloys and some rechargeable battery materials. The principal ore resources are sulfide and laterite deposits; refined nickel, ferronickel and ores are different products.

Corrosion-resistant alloys
High-temperature uses
Battery materials

Mineral raw materials

Mineral raw materials include mined ores and concentrates produced through beneficiation. The directory distinguishes these upstream forms from smelter intermediates and refined metals.

Industrial applications

  • Stainless steel
  • Superalloys
  • Rechargeable batteries