Carbonatite deposits of rare earths accounted for the largest share of global rare earth mine production in 2021. Ionic clay accounted for the second-largest share of rare earths production that year, at 28 percent.
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Distribution of rare earth element production worldwide as of 2021, by principle deposit type
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BGR. (August 1, 2023). Distribution of rare earth element production worldwide as of 2021, by principle deposit type [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved June 27, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/788510/global-rare-earth-oxide-resources-distribution-by-deposit-type/
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