Argentina: Mining, Minerals and Fuel Resources
· One of the four most important mining projects in Argentina is lithium, the Salar del Hombre MuertoFenix Project. This is owned by Minera del Altiplano SA (FMC Lithium Co.). These brines are also rich in boron and potassium. Boron is also present in large quantities from lithium brine and other sources. In 2016, Argentina was ranked fifth in the world for boron production, accounting .