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Helium and Rare Gases Statistics and Information

By National Minerals Information Center

Statistics and information on the worldwide supply of, demand for, and flow of the mineral commodity helium

Helium is a noble gas which is lightweight, inert, and is the only element that is able to remain in liquid form below -429 degrees Celsius. There are two naturally occurring isotopes of helium: Helium-3 (3He) and Helium-4 (4He). Helium-4 makes up nearly all naturally occurring helium. 

Rare gases are a group of four noble gases that include neon, argon, krypton, and xenon. These gases are primarily utilized for their chemical inertness, optical properties, and electrical properties.

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