Global fluorspar mine production 2023, by country

China is the world's largest mine producer of fluorspar, with an estimated output amounting to 5.7 million metric tons in 2023. Fluorspar, also known as fluorite, is the mineral form of calcium fluoride. It is used as a flux for smelting, in the production of enamels and glasses, as well as in ornamental applications.

中国乃全球最大的萤石矿产国，预计2023年产量将高达570万吨。萤石，亦称氟石，为氟化钙的矿物形态。其用途广泛，包括作为熔炼助熔剂、搪瓷与玻璃的生产以及装饰性应用等。