
In 2012, the magnesium alloy market demand is still the main engine driving the global primary magnesium consumption. On the one hand, the magnesium alloy demand of the automotive industry slowed down, but still maintained stable growth; on the other hand, the demand of consumer electronics like tablet PC and smart phone for die casting products such as magnesium alloy shell and bracket has ushered in rapid growth. As a result, China as the largest producer of primary magnesium and magnesium alloy in the world will maintain stable growth in the output of primary magnesium in the next few years.