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Global Bauxite Market (2021 to 2026) - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact and Forecasts - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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It is the main source of aluminium & gallium and consists mostly of aluminium minerals namely gibbsite, boehmite and diaspore.

Key Points: 
  • It is the main source of aluminium & gallium and consists mostly of aluminium minerals namely gibbsite, boehmite and diaspore.
  • Because of its high alumina content, bauxite is a primary source for alumina production, which is then processed to produce finished products and alumina production.
  • Rising alumina production is expected to drive the market for bauxite through upcoming years.
  • Furthermore, pure aluminum is used in the aviation industry, for oil and fuel pipes and foil and honeycomb structures.