The major alternate to tantalum appears to be niobium-the latter can act as a substitute in a number of applications but offers a significantly reduced product life.
Another major use of niobium is an alternate steel hardener to molybdenum. According to last night's TEX Report out of Japan ,with the moly price at around US$18lb the Japanese steel industry is starting to convert to greater niobium usage-a practice they used in the early 90's. This in turn has led to higher niobium prices.
Therefore, tantalum's major competitor is 'less competitive'!!! A tantalum price greater than $45lb is on the cards yet again.
Now why wouldn't purchasers get behind GIP's new project?
Just some positive spin.
Cheers,TAS
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