Dysprosium
Overview
A heavy rare earth element essential for high-temperature permanent magnets. Dysprosium additions to NdFeB magnets prevent demagnetization at elevated temperatures, critical for EV motors and wind turbines.
Strategic Relevance
Irreplaceable for high-performance magnets operating above 150°C. Supply is extremely concentrated with limited substitutes.
Applications
Price History
Historical price trend (USD/kg or USD/tonne)
Physical Properties
- Density
- 8.55 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- 1,412°C
- Atomic Number
- 66
- Category
- Rare Earth
Supply Concentration
- China90%
- Australia5%
- Myanmar3%
- Other2%
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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 dysprosium?
In 2024, the reference price for dysprosium stood at around 310 USD/kg, compared with 340 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 dysprosium?
Physical dysprosium 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 dysprosium a strategic metal?
Irreplaceable for high-performance magnets operating above 150°C. Supply is extremely concentrated with limited substitutes.
Which countries produce dysprosium?
Dysprosium production is highly concentrated: China (90%), Australia (5%), Myanmar (3%).