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Germanium is a strategic technology metal, generally recovered as a by-product from zinc residues or selected coal streams. Limited supply reacts strongly to changes in refining output.
Major uses include fibre optics, infrared optics, semiconductors, catalysts and multi-junction solar cells for space applications. Dioxide, metal and optical grades form separate markets.
Fibre-optic and infrared demand, refinery output, export restrictions, strategic stocks and recycling influence prices. Product type and purity must remain constant in comparisons.
Average for the six-month period ending 30 days ago. Not a real-time quotation or a binding offer.
| Product | Specification and origin | Indication | 12-month movement | Delayed data date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germanium Dioxide | 99.99%min FOB China | 2.010,73 EUR/kg | +37,2 % | 07.08.2026 |
| Germanium Dioxide | 99.99%min EXW China | 1.730,98 EUR/kg | +77,2 % | 07.08.2026 |
| Germanium Dioxide | 99.99%min Delivered US | 2.615,48 EUR/kg | +27,8 % | 07.08.2026 |
| Germanium Metal | 99.99%min EXW China | 2.433,24 EUR/kg | +68,4 % | 07.08.2026 |
| Germanium Metal | 99.99%min FOB China | 3.112,14 EUR/kg | +36,0 % | 07.08.2026 |
| Germanium Metal | 99.99%min Delivered Europe | 5.212,04 EUR/kg | +62,4 % | 07.08.2026 |
| Germanium Metal | 99.99%min Delivered US | 5.255,22 EUR/kg | +61,6 % | 07.08.2026 |
Germanium is a strategic technology metal, generally recovered as a by-product from zinc residues or selected coal streams. Limited supply reacts strongly to changes in refining output.
The table presents an average derived from reviewed EUR quotations over several months. Each row represents a specific product form and specification.
Only periods ending at least 30 days ago are published openly. The data date is stated separately for every row.
Fibre-optic and infrared demand, refinery output, export restrictions, strategic stocks and recycling influence prices. Product type and purity must remain constant in comparisons.
Unit, purity, product form, origin and delivery term are shown in the relevant row. Different specifications should not be compared directly.
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