Iron Ore Production by Country since 1821

Which countries produce most iron ore?

This bar chart race shows the annual iron ore production by country/territory past 200 years, measured in metric tonnes.

Countries, territories and flags are shown as they existed at the time.

Sources:
British Geological Survey (BGS), Mitchell, B.R. International Historical Statistics, Schmitz, Christopher J. World Non-Ferrous Metal Production and Prices.

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