Import volume of rare metal materials and parts South Korea 2022, by type
Titanium was the most imported in terms of the volume of rare metal materials and parts into South Korea in 2022, with around 134,000 metric tons imported that year. Silicon materials and parts came second at around 114,000 tons. Titanium is commonly used in athletic gear, jewelry, and surgical replacements, among other things, due to its lightweight nature and resistance to corrosion.