Commodity 1Tantalum
For Industrial and Commercial Uses
Tantalum is a very versatile metal: strong, hard, ductile and malleable, well-suited for various applications. It is also highly corrosion-resistant, ideal for harsh environments, and relatively inert, making it safe for medical applications. Demand for tantalum is expected to continue growing with the need for electronics, chemical processing, and aerospace applications.
Why Buy Tantalum From Commodity 1
Commodity 1 has direct access to Nigerian tantalum ores. Nigeria has extensive reserves of untapped tantalum ores, which usually contain between 30%–45% tantalum — higher than the average level in other countries. Buyers therefore save money due to less processing required to produce the final metal product.
Commodity 1 has streamlined the shipping process for our customers, and due to proximity to significant tantalum markets, buyers from China and the United States have a shipping advantage. With vast tantalum ore reserves in Nigeria, Commodity 1 is always able to fulfill orders without delay.
The future global market outlook for tantalum is positive, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6% projected between 2022 and 2028, potentially rising to 6.0% annually afterward.
| Element | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Tantalum | 30–45% |
| Niobium | 20–30% |
| Iron | 10–20% |
| Manganese | 5–10% |
| Silicon | 5–10% |
| Aluminum | 2–5% |
| Other elements | 0–10% |
Packaging & Delivery
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Packaging | Crushed, processed |
| Port | Lagos Apapa Port |
| Bags | 50 kg |
| Container | 20 ft |
| Quantity | 20 MT per month |
| Lead time | 30 days |
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Atomic mass | 180.95 g/mol |
| Electronegativity (Pauling) | 1.5 |
| Density (20°C) | 16.69 g/cm³ |
| Melting point | 2,996°C (5,425°F) |
| Boiling point | 5,429°C (9,797°F) |
| Thermal conductivity | 16.2 W/(m·K) |
| Electrical resistivity | 15.8 nΩ·m |
| Young's modulus | 189 GPa |
| Oxidation state | +5 |
| Corrosion resistance | Excellent |
| Chemical reactivity | Low |
| Biological properties | Non-toxic |
Industrial Use
| Industry | Application |
|---|---|
| Electronics | Capacitors, resistors, inductors, connectors, batteries, transistors, integrated circuits, microwave devices, lasers, medical devices, lighting, solar cells |
| Chemical processing | Chemical reactors, heat exchangers, valves, pumps, piping |
| Aerospace | Aircraft engines, missiles, spacecraft, satellites |
| Medical | Hip implants, dental implants, heart valves, stents, bone screws |
| Automotive | Catalytic converters, spark plugs, fuel cells |
| Defense | Armor, ammunition, weapons |
| Machinery | Cutting tools, dies, bearings |
| Jewelry | Rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets |