Bismuth Production by Country
Bismuth production by country measures how much bismuth each country produces, expressed in metric tons. The figures follow the definitions used in the underlying sources. The statistics are based on USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries 2026. The table below lists 7 countries, each reporting refinery production, with 2024 and 2025 data available for all 7. The United States is not shown because its production figures are withheld to avoid disclosing company proprietary data. The figures are as reported for refinery production, and 2025 figures are estimates from the source.
China produced the most bismuth in 2025 with 14,000 metric tons. South Korea ranked second with 1,000, followed by Japan (500), Laos (500), Kazakhstan (180), Bolivia (50), and Bulgaria (50). Among the 7 countries with available 2025 data, China accounted for about 86 percent of the reported production values, and China and South Korea together accounted for about 92 percent. Only China produced more than 1,000 metric tons in 2025. In Asia, China (14,000 metric tons) is the dominant producer, ahead of Japan (500), South Korea (1,000), Laos (500), and Kazakhstan (180). In Europe, Bulgaria (50 metric tons) is the smallest producer listed, tied with Bolivia in South America. In South America, Bolivia (50) is the only listed producer, while the United States figures are withheld in North America. Bulgaria recorded the largest increase, rising from 48 metric tons in 2024 to 50 in 2025 (up 2). Laos rose from 492 to 500 (up 8). China, Japan, South Korea, Kazakhstan, and Bolivia were unchanged between 2024 and 2025. The period is notable for its stability: of the seven countries, five held exactly the same output in both years. China, the dominant producer, held 14,000 metric tons in both years. Among the seven countries listed, total reported production increased slightly from 16,270 metric tons in 2024 to 16,280 in 2025, with the change concentrated in the smaller producers. The statistics are based on USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries 2026, with major processing by Our World in Data. Values refer to bismuth production, in metric tons, as refinery production. 2025 figures are estimates from the source. The United States figures are withheld to avoid disclosing company proprietary data. The World total is reported as rounded in the source and is not shown in the table, where a zero reflects no production, while an empty cell means that no value was reported.Countries With the Largest Bismuth Production in 2025
Bismuth Production by Country
Year
1
14,000
2025
2
1000
2025
3
500
2025
4
500
2025
5
180
2025
6
50
2025
7
50
2025
Bismuth Production Around the World
Largest Changes in Bismuth Production, 2024–2025
Bismuth Production by Country
#
1
14,000
14,000
2
1000
1000
3
500
500
4
492
500
5
180
180
6
50
50
7
48
50
Methodology
Frequently Asked Questions
Which country produces the most bismuth?
China produced the most bismuth in 2025 with 14,000 metric tons, followed by South Korea (1,000) and Japan (500).
How many countries are included in the dataset?
The table lists 7 countries that record bismuth production in the USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries 2026.
What does this indicator measure?
It measures national bismuth production in metric tons, as refinery production, based on the definitions used in the underlying sources.
Which country produces the least bismuth?
Among the countries with 2025 data, Bolivia and Bulgaria recorded the smallest output, at 50 metric tons each.
Why is the United States not shown?
United States figures are withheld to avoid disclosing company proprietary data.
Data Disclaimer: Projected data (future years) are estimates based on mathematical models. Actual values may differ. Learn about our methodology →
Sources
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Updated: 24.08.2026https://www.usgs.gov/centers/national-minerals-information-center/bismuth-statistics-and-information
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