46Pd106.4Palladium
pgm · Z 46 · 106.4 u
Palladium (Pd)
Russia and South Africa split mine supply. Recycle from spent catalysts is a growing third origin.
Screen on Russian sponge is a house rule. Hydrogen and electronics offtake is still small against the auto book.
Geo
Mine, process, refine.
| ISO | Country | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| RU | Russia | Mine | Norilsk — screen |
| ZA | South Africa | Mine | Bushveld |
| US | United States | Mine | Stillwater |
| CA | Canada | Mine | Sudbury |
Forms
- Sponge
- Ingot
Uses
- Auto catalysts
- Electronics
- Hydrogen