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U.S. and European companies have been recently investing in developing synthetic graphite as demand from the EV sector is surging for this soft form of carbon, which until recently was mainly used for steelmaking refractories.

From Reuters • Oct. 20, 2023

It boasted that it was the world's No. 1 producer of aluminum, tinplate, refractories, plumbing fixtures, lifting jacks, air brakes.

From Time Magazine Archive

For aluminum chemicals materials low in iron and titanium are preferred; and for refractories which must withstand high temperatures, low iron content seems to be necessary.

From The Economic Aspect of Geology by Leith, C. K. (Charles Kenneth)

Added to some clays to increase refractories or porosity.

From Pottery, for Artists Craftsmen & Teachers by Cox, George J.

Thus purged of a very few refractories and inefficients, the ship's company was a happy, loyal and healthy crew, of whom the commander was justifiably proud.

From The Life of Captain Matthew Flinders by Scott, Ernest