Flame retardants help slow the spread of fire and improve safety in many everyday products. They are used in building materials, electrical cables, electronics, textiles, automotive components, and industrial equipment. Their purpose is to reduce fire risks and give people more time to respond during an emergency. Fire safety standards around the world continue to make flame-retardant materials an important part of modern manufacturing.
Its biggest application today is as a flame retardant, which accounted for around half of global usage in 2023.”
Source: Reuters
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Antimony is one of the key minerals used in many flame-retardant systems. In the form of antimony trioxide, it works together with other flame-retardant materials to improve fire resistance in a wide range of products. As industries continue to grow and safety regulations become more stringent, manufacturers are placing greater importance on securing reliable sources of high-quality raw materials.
At Wohnen, we understand the important role that flame-retardant materials play in protecting people, products, and infrastructure. We work with trusted partners to provide responsibly sourced antimony products supported by reliable logistics and transparent supply chain management. Our goal is to help customers secure dependable materials that meet the needs of today’s global industries.
Wohnen is committed to delivering responsibly sourced critical minerals that help our customers build safer products, stronger supply chains, and a more resilient future.