China to boost borates demand
03 March 2010
by Mark Watts
Growth in Chinese fibreglass, glass and ceramics drives borates expansions
Keywords: Borates, boron, fibreglass, glass, ceramics, Rio Tinto, Quiborax, Eti Mine
Growth in the global borates industry will continue to be driven by China as end markets relocate from developed economies to reduce production costs, according to a new report.
Chinese consumption of boron minerals is thought to have increased by 15% a...
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