Tantalum
Tantalum is a rare, hard, blue-gray, lustrous transition metal that is highly corrosion-resistant. It is part of the refractory metals group, which are widely used as minor components in alloys. The chemical inertness of tantalum makes it a valuable substance for laboratory equipment and a substitute for platinum. Its main use today is in tantalum capacitors in electronic equipment. Tantalum, always together with the chemically similar niobium, occurs in the mineral groups tantalite, columbite, and coltan (a mix of columbite and tantalite). Tantalum is named after Tantalus, a character from Greek mythology.
Uses
Tantalum is a strategic metal, essential in the production of computer logic chips, critical in the manufacture of electronic capacitors used in mobile phones, computers, and a central in the fabrication of superalloys used in modern jet engines. It has a relatively small and specialized market and is not traded on any commodities exchanges. Information on it, including basic supply and demand statistics, are rare, with only a handful of people having expertise in this market’s analysis.
Tantalum Review and Outlook
CPM Group’s Tantalum Research and Consulting practice is an important resource for companies looking to stay
ahead of the curve in the tantalum market.
Our experts, Patrick Stratton and Andrew Matheson, have extensive knowledge and experience in the tantalum
industry, and can provide tailored advice and solutions to meet your company’s specific needs.
Our program covers the latest market trends, technology advancements, and regulatory changes, helping you make
informed decisions and stay ahead in an extremely opaque market.
Whether you are looking to improve your supply chain, expand into new markets, or develop new products, CPM
Group’s Tantalum Research and Consulting practice provides the support and expertise necessary to make informed
decisions for your company.
