KEMET says closing of tantalum mine leaves it unaffected

By Kari Williamson

KEMET says its tantalum powder supplies are secure due to its strategy of diversifying its raw material sources its recently announced acquisition of tantalum powder manufacturer Niotan.

“Our recent agreement to acquire Niotan further assures our customers of our commitment and ability to be the most reliable supplier of tantalum capacitors, now and in the future,” says Dr Daniel Persico, KEMET’s Vice President of Strategic Marketing and Business Development.