Gallium Price Calculator
Indicative benchmark price, not a live market price
We don't have a live feed for gallium. The calculator uses a fixed reference price per kilogram that may be months out of date. Use it for rough weight-to-value estimates only, and get a current quote from a trader or price-reporting agency before buying or selling.
About gallium
Gallium is a by-product of aluminium and zinc refining, used in compound semiconductors. Prices are assessments of a small market.
Main uses
- Compound semiconductors (GaAs, GaN)
- LEDs
- Solar cells
- RF electronics
Weights used for gallium
Precious metals are priced in troy ounces; everyday scales use avoirdupois ounces and pounds.
| Unit | Grams | Troy ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | 1 | 0.03215 |
| 1 troy ounce | 31.1034768 | 1 |
| 1 ounce (avoirdupois) | 28.3495231 | 0.91146 |
| 1 tola | 11.6638038 | 0.375 |
| 1 pound (avoirdupois) | 453.59237 | 14.58333 |
| 1 kilogram | 1,000 | 32.15075 |
Frequently asked questions
What unit is gallium priced in?
This calculator uses US dollars per kilogram. One tonne is 1,000 kg or 2,204.62262 lb, so divide by 2,204.62262 for the price per pound.
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