Substitutes: Because of the relatively high price of beryllium, uses are expected to continue principally in applications

that require its light weight, high strength, and high thermal conductivity. Steel, titanium, and graphite composites may

be substituted for beryllium metal; phosphor bronze may be substituted for beryllium-copper alloys, but with substantial

loss of performance. Aluminum nitride can substitute for beryllium oxide in some applications.

eEstimated. E Net exporter. NA Not available.

1Data in parentheses denote stockpile acquisitions.

2Data represent the net difference between the estimated beryllium content of beryl shipped for upgrading and stockpile receipts of beryllium metal.

These data are not included in import reliance calculations.

3Defined as imports - exports adjustments for Government and industry stock changes.

4See Appendix B.

5See Appendix C for definitions.

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