Manganese Ore Market Size, Share, Growth, And Industry Analysis, By Type (High Grade (>44% Mn), Medium Grade (35%-44% Mn), Low Grade (<35% Mn), By Application (Aluminum Alloys, Ferromanganese, Silicomanganese, High-purity Electrolytic Manganese Metal, High Purity Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide, High Purity Manganese Sulphate Monohydrate (HPMSM), Regional Insights, and Forecast To 2033

Last Updated: 24 June 2025
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MANGANESE ORE MARKET OVERVIEW

Global manganese ore market size was USD 0.18 Billion in 2024 and market is projected to touch USD 0.24 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.31% during the forecast period.

In the production process of iron and steel manganese is used as a raw material. It is an important element used in the iron and steel industries, this is because it hardens and protects steel and iron from rusting. This adds more years of life to the products of the iron and steel industries. Along with being used in the iron and steel industries, it is also utilized in the coloring process of ceramics and glass.  Manganese ore is mixed with other elements which then forms an alloy that can be useful for several purposes. 

The Manganese Ore market is stimulated today as we can note the rapid rise in the number of its uses. It is an important element in the iron and steel industries, in the production of dry batteries, in electrical, glass, and chemical industries, and also in the production of alloys. The lifespan and resistance of the products can be improved using manganese ore. The pace of change in the infrastructural sector is accelerating and developing economies encourage the establishment of industries which in turn helps in increasing the demand in the manganese ore market.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Faced Fall In Demand Due To Unfavorable Regulations Laid By Government 

There was not a single sector that was unaffected by COVID-19. The Manganese Ore Market was disturbed as well. The COVID-19 pandemic did affect the production process of Manganese Ore because of the regulations which were not favorable in any country in the world. The world was at a halt. The industries were shut down and hence the production process was disturbed. No production resulted in a fall in the demand for manganese ore. This led to a negative effect on the manganese ore market during COVID-19. 

LATEST TRENDS

Need For Long Lifespan Of Products Has Diversified The Use Of Manganese Ore 

If we spend money on any product we want to increase its life to the maximum to utilize it the most. Manganese ore is a component that adds more years to the product's life and this is why it is now used in the production of various things. Recently, it has been used in the form of ferromanganese and silicomanganese alloy. The durability and longevity characteristic that manganese ore has made is useful in the production of a variety of products.

Global Manganese Ore Market By Application

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MANGANESE ORE MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type Analysis

According to type, the market can be segmented into High Grade (>44% Mn), Medium Grade (35%-44% Mn), and Low Grade (<35% Mn).

By Application Analysis

Based on application, the market can be divided into Aluminum Alloys, Ferromanganese, Silicomanganese, High-purity Electrolytic Manganese Metal, High Purity Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide, High Purity Manganese Sulphate Monohydrate (HPMSM).

DRIVING FACTORS

Rising Demand For Coloring Products In Glass Industries Has Increased The Demand For The Wear-Resistant Steel Market

The Manganese Ore Market has witnessed massive growth because of several factors but the prime factor promoting the Manganese Ore Market growth involves rising demand for it in the chemical and glass industries. This is because consumers and producers both look for products with longer lifespans. The significance of Manganese Ore is boosting because it improves the resistance and durability of different types of equipment. 

Propelling Trend Of Iron And Steel Industries Influences The Demand For Manganese Ore

The recent momentum that the iron and steel industries have gone through has propelled the demand for manganese ore. It not only increases the product life but also increases the operational efficiency and protects it from corrosion. Manganese ore helps in extracting iron from iron ore. Then manganese ore is used in making alloy which helps in converting iron into steel. 

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Oversupply Of Manganese Ore Leads To A Declining Trend In The Market 

One of the primary uses of manganese is in the production of alloys. The demand for manganese alloy is lower than its supply. The gap between the demand and supply of manganese alloy has created a fall in the demand for manganese ore as well. Along with that, there are other alternatives available for manganese ore which are cheaper and give the same benefits as manganese ore. Even this factor has negatively affected the demand for manganese ore. 

MANGANESE ORE MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Asia-Pacific Region Dominates The Market Due To Favorable Government Initiatives

Asia- Pacific region holds the dominant manganese ore market share in the global market. This is because of various factors. One of the primary factors is that this region shows an inclination toward adopting favorable government regulations. The regulations support the establishment of more iron and steel industries. The increase in these industries boosts the demand for Manganese Ore in the market. 

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus On Innovations And Collaborations 

The key players have noted the shift from only steel equipment to equipment made inclusive of alloy elements and therefore they work on the development of iron and steel pieces of equipment using manganese ore that comes with a wide range of benefits. The induced investment by manufacturing industries to spend more on a product that increases the lifespan of the steel has also influenced the companies to collaborate to produce at a large scale to earn more revenue and dominance in the market.    

List of Top Manganese Ore Companies

  • Dharni Sampda Private Ltd
  • Gulf Minerals Corp
  • Vale
  • MOIL Ltd
  • Eramet Comilog
  • Braken International Mining
  • OM Holdings
  • Assmange
  • BHP Billiton
  • Kaboko
  • South32
  • UMK

REPORT COVERAGE

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Manganese Ore Market Report Scope & Segmentation

Attributes Details

Market Size Value In

US$ 0.18 Billion in 2024

Market Size Value By

US$ 0.24 Billion by 2033

Growth Rate

CAGR of 3.13% from 2024 to 2033

Forecast Period

2025-2033

Base Year

2024

Historical Data Available

Yes

Regional Scope

Global

Segments Covered

By Type

  • High Grade (>44% Mn)
  • Medium Grade (35%-44% Mn)
  • Low Grade (<35% Mn)

By Application

  • Aluminium Alloys
  • Ferromanganese
  • Silicomanganese
  • High-purity Electrolytic Manganese Metal
  • High Purity Electrolytic Manganese Dioxide
  • High Purity Manganese Sulphate Monohydrate (HPMSM)

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