Cerium
Overview
The most abundant rare earth element, widely used in catalytic converters, glass polishing, and metallurgy. Cerium oxide is essential for semiconductor manufacturing and petroleum refining.
Strategic Relevance
Foundation of automotive emissions control. Growing demand from hydrogen fuel cells and advanced glass manufacturing.
Applications
Price History
Historical price trend (USD/kg or USD/tonne)
Physical Properties
- Density
- 6.77 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 795°C
- Atomic Number
- 58
- Category
- Rare Earth
Supply Concentration
- China70%
- Australia12%
- Myanmar8%
- Other10%
Related Documentation
Procyon Indicative Price
Form: Metal · Purity: 99%
Indicative price provided for information purposes, derived from Procyon Metals' trading activity. It is neither a firm offer nor investment advice. Firm quotes available on request, depending on volume, form and purity.
Request a quote →Frequently asked questions
What is the price of cerium?
In 2024, the reference price for cerium stood at around 2.8 USD/kg, compared with 3.5 USD/kg in 2023. Prices vary with purity, form (oxide or metal) and traded volume; the full history is charted above.
Where can you buy cerium?
Physical cerium is purchased through specialist traders. Procyon Metals supports clients end to end: sourcing from vetted counterparties, purity certification, insured logistics and secure storage in Brinks vaults.
Why is cerium a strategic metal?
Foundation of automotive emissions control. Growing demand from hydrogen fuel cells and advanced glass manufacturing.
Which countries produce cerium?
Cerium production is highly concentrated: China (70%), Australia (12%), Myanmar (8%).