Atomic properties
Market data
Commercial forms & specifications
| Product Form | Chemical Formula | Molecular Weight | Typical Purity | Price Range (USD/kg) | Main Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tantalum Ingot | Ta | 180.95 g/mol | 99.95-99.99% | $450-600 | Melting stock, superalloys |
| Tantalum Sheet/Plate | Ta | 180.95 g/mol | 99.95% | $550-750 | Chemical processing equipment |
| Tantalum Wire | Ta | 180.95 g/mol | 99.95-99.99% | $800-1,200 | Medical implants, heating elements |
| Tantalum Rod/Bar | Ta | 180.95 g/mol | 99.95% | $500-700 | Machining stock, fasteners |
| Capacitor Grade Powder | Ta | 180.95 g/mol | 99.9-99.99% | $500-1,500 | Electronic capacitors |
| Metallurgical Grade Powder | Ta | 180.95 g/mol | 99.5-99.9% | $350-500 | Powder metallurgy, alloys |
| Tantalum Pentoxide | Ta₂O₅ | 441.89 g/mol | 99.5-99.99% | $150-350 | Optical coatings, ceramics |
| Potassium Tantalum Fluoride | K₂TaF₇ | 392.14 g/mol | 99-99.5% | $80-150 | Tantalum metal production |
| Tantalum Carbide | TaC | 192.96 g/mol | 99-99.9% | $300-600 | Cutting tools, hard coatings |
| Tantalum Nitride | TaN | 194.96 g/mol | 99-99.5% | $400-800 | Thin film resistors, diffusion barriers |
| Tantalum Chloride | TaCl₅ | 358.21 g/mol | 99-99.9% | $200-400 | CVD precursor, catalysts |
| Tantalum Ethoxide | Ta(OC₂H₅)₅ | 406.25 g/mol | 99-99.9% | $1,000-2,000 | Sol-gel processing, thin films |
Suppliers by country
🇺🇸 United States
| Company | Product Forms | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Global Advanced Metals (GAM) | Capacitor powder, metallurgical powder, ingots | High CV capacitor powders, conflict-free sourcing |
| H.C. Starck Solutions | Powder, fabricated products, compounds | Ultra-high purity powders, specialty alloys |
| Materion Corporation | Mill products, powders, specialty alloys | Medical grade tantalum, precision parts |
🇩🇪 Germany
| Company | Product Forms | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| H.C. Starck Tantalum & Niobium | Powders, wire, sheets, compounds | Electronic grade materials, recycling |
| PLANSEE Group | Sheets, rods, fabricated parts | High-temperature applications |
🇨🇳 China
| Company | Product Forms | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Ningxia Orient Tantalum Industry | Capacitor powder, wire, mill products | Integrated producer, large capacity |
| Jiujiang Tanbre | Powders, compounds, metal products | Tantalum/niobium processing |
| OTIC (Ningxia Non-ferrous) | Ingots, powders, fabricated products | Vertical integration |
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
| Company | Product Forms | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Ulba Metallurgical Plant | Powders, ingots, compounds | Tantalum/niobium products |
🇯🇵 Japan
| Company | Product Forms | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| JX Nippon Mining & Metals | Sputtering targets, high-purity products | Electronic materials, recycling |
| Mitsui Mining & Smelting | Compounds, specialty products | Electronic chemicals |
🇧🇷 Brazil
| Company | Product Forms | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| AMG Brasil (formerly CBMM) | Tantalum concentrates, compounds | Mining and primary processing |
Market demand by product form
| Product Form | Global Market Size | USA Market | Asia Market | Growth Rate (CAGR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacitor Grade Powder | $800 million | 25% share | 65% share | 6.5% |
| Metallurgical Products | $450 million | 30% share | 45% share | 4.2% |
| Chemical Processing Equipment | $320 million | 35% share | 40% share | 5.1% |
| Sputtering Targets | $180 million | 20% share | 70% share | 7.8% |
| Medical/Dental Applications | $150 million | 40% share | 35% share | 8.2% |
| Superalloy Additives | $120 million | 45% share | 30% share | 5.5% |
| Carbides & Hard Materials | $90 million | 25% share | 50% share | 4.8% |
| Optical & Thin Film | $70 million | 30% share | 55% share | 6.0% |
Market trends
Conflict-Free Sourcing: Increased focus on responsible sourcing with blockchain traceability systems 5G Infrastructure: Growing demand for high-CV tantalum capacitors in 5G base stations and devices Medical Applications: Expanding use in implants due to biocompatibility, market growing at 8%+ CAGR Recycling Growth: Secondary tantalum recovery from e-waste reaching 30% of supply Price Stability: Long-term contracts dominating market, reducing spot price volatility Chinese Dominance: China processing 60%+ of global tantalum, despite limited domestic ore Advanced Materials: Development of ultra-high CV powders (>200,000 μFV/g) for miniaturization Supply Chain Security: Western governments classifying tantalum as critical mineral
Moles per kilogram
| Product Form | Formula | MW (g/mol) | Moles/kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tantalum Metal | Ta | 180.95 | 5.53 |
| Tantalum Pentoxide | Ta₂O₅ | 441.89 | 2.26 |
| Potassium Tantalum Fluoride | K₂TaF₇ | 392.14 | 2.55 |
| Tantalum Carbide | TaC | 192.96 | 5.18 |
| Tantalum Nitride | TaN | 194.96 | 5.13 |
| Tantalum Chloride | TaCl₅ | 358.21 | 2.79 |
References
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Coverage notes
The following sections are thin or absent in the source document for this element. They will be filled by enrichment passes (NIST atomic, OSHA/NIOSH safety, USGS / IAI environmental).
- Missing section: Raw Material Sources
- Missing section: Production Cost
- Missing section: Energy Consumption