Zinc, a bluish-white metal, is an essential commodity with diverse industrial applications. It serves primarily as a corrosion-resistant coating for steel (galvanisation) in construction, automotive, and infrastructure projects. Zinc is also vital in the production of alloys such as brass and bronze, used in manufacturing, plumbing, and electrical components. Additionally, it finds use in batteries, fertilisers, and pharmaceuticals. Major producers include China, Australia, and Peru, with primary sources including zinc ores such as sphalerite.