Production of minerals in the United Kingdom by type 2021

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Madhumitha Jaganmohan,
Apr 19, 2024
Mining in the United Kingdom has dropped significantly over the past century, but many important minerals are still extracted there. UK production of silica sands amounted to 4.2 million metric tons in 2021. Silica sands are used in glass making and other industrial products. It is also used for agricultural purposes.

Mineral production in the United Kingdom (UK) in 2021, by type (in 1,000 metric tons)

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Release date

April 2023

Region

United Kingdom

Survey time period

2021

Supplementary notes

* Estimated.
** Excludes small production in Northern Ireland.
*** Includes waste used for constructional fill and powder and granules used in industry.
**** Figures for the combined production of chalk, igneous rock, limestone, dolomite, and sandstone includes production estimates in Northern Ireland, and excludes building stone.

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