Iridium

Iridium’s Expanding Role Across Future Industries

Iridium, one of the Platinum Group Metals (PGMs), is an ultra-rare, silvery-white metal known for its extreme hardness and chemical stability. Even in high temperatures or oxidizing environments, it remains remarkably unreactive, making it invaluable in advanced industrial applications.

Dong-A Specialty Metals recognizes iridium’s growing importance in a wide range of sectors. From electronics and aerospace to automotive emission systems, PEM electrolyzers for hydrogen, and medical devices, iridium plays a crucial role.

In aerospace, it is used in heat-resistant alloys and high-temperature sensors. In hydrogen production, iridium serves as a catalyst in PEM water electrolysis systems. In the medical field, it appears in pacemaker electrodes, cancer radiation equipment, and even high-end fountain pen nibs, thanks to its excellent corrosion resistance.


Hydrogen Economy Driving Iridium Demand

The rise of the hydrogen economy has dramatically increased the strategic value of iridium. As a key electrode catalyst in PEM water electrolysis, iridium enables the efficient production of high-purity hydrogen. Its resistance to acid and heat makes it one of the few metals suitable for this role.

Iridium often pairs with platinum as an anode catalyst in fuel cell systems. As the fuel cell industry grows, structural demand for iridium continues to expand.

However, iridium is exceedingly rare. Global annual production is under 7 metric tons, primarily as a by-product of platinum and nickel ore refining. South Africa and Russia account for over 90% of global supply. This concentration makes iridium highly susceptible to geopolitical risk and price volatility.


Strategic Recycling and Resource Security

Because of its scarcity and high cost, iridium is highly valuable for recycling. With growing demand and unstable supply chains, recycling offers both economic and environmental benefits. Iridium can be recovered from end-of-life catalysts, electronics, and fuel cell components, then refined and reused.

Dong-A Specialty Metals has developed a dry method for powderizing and recovering iridium. This approach supports resource circulation and carbon neutrality, addressing the need for sustainable supply chains.

As high-tech industries like hydrogen energy, aerospace, and semiconductors continue to grow, so does the demand for iridium. Researchers are now working on alloying techniques, nanodispersion, and catalyst life extension to maximize iridium’s industrial efficiency.

We at Dong-A Specialty Metals are committed to developing Korea’s rare metal recycling infrastructure. Our iridium recovery technology represents a major step toward a virtuous cycle of rare metals, supporting domestic industry and environmental sustainability alike.




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