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How much rhenium does Chile produce?

Chile is the largest producer of rhenium: 30 tonnes in 2025, 37% of the world's 81 tonnes (USGS MCS).

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Chile's rhenium production

Chile rhenium production, 2025
World rankProduction (tonnes)Share of worldTen-year growthYear
130 tonnes37%—2025

USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries, MCS 2026.

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