Global Tungsten Production 2024 As the infographic above clearly illustrates, the global tungsten supply chain is one of the most concentrated in the world. Based on 2024 data from the U.S. Geological Survey, a single country—China—dominates the market, accounting for a staggering 83% of all global mine production . This dominance places tungsten firmly on the critical minerals list for the United States, the EU, and other major economies. But what makes this metal so vital,