
Molybdenum is a silver-gray metal that does not occur in its pure form in nature. It is found mainly in sulfur-containing ores, often together with copper, and is extracted as a by-product in copper mining.
In the periodic table, molybdenum has the atomic number 42 and the symbol Mo. It has an extremely high melting point of 2,610 degrees Celsius. The name "molybdenum" is derived from the Greek word "molybdos", which means "lead-like" - a reference to its color.
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Molybdenum trioxide (MoO₃)
The starting material for molybdenum production at MOLYMET Germany is molybdenum trioxide. MoO₃ plays a central role as a component in various catalysts, particularly in oil refining and the chemical industry. In addition, it is used as a raw material in the ceramics industry for the production of pigments. It also serves as an alloying precursor, for example for MoLa alloys, in order to enhance specific properties such as high-temperature suitability.

Molybdenum dioxide (MoO₂)
As an intermediate product, MoO₂ is manufactured in high purity at the site in Bitterfeld-Wolfen. It serves as a raw material in the ceramics industry for the production of pigments. In addition, it is used as a master alloy, for example in MoLa alloys, to optimise specific properties such as high-temperature performance.

Molybdenum metal powder
MOLYMET Germany specializes in the production of molybdenum metal powders by reduction in a hydrogen atmosphere. These powders are manufactured in Bitterfeld using high-quality raw materials.
• All products are produced exactly according to specifications
• The quality of the chemical and physical properties meets the highest standards.

Molybdenum Briquettes
Aircraft engines require special alloys that can withstand the highest temperatures. Molybdenum is used here, among other things, and is added as a metal in the form of briquettes during alloy production.