Sunita Somvanshi
China halts exports of gallium, germanium, and antimony to US, citing national security concerns amid escalating tech war between world's largest economies.
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US Geological Survey warns total export ban could deliver $3.4 billion blow to American economy, as China dominates global supply of specific critical minerals.
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Chinese Commerce Ministry mandates stricter reviews for graphite exports while banning superhard materials crucial for industrial cutting tools and protective coatings.
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US State Department responded to China's export controls, emphasizing need to collaborate with allies for diversifying critical supply chains.
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Three Chinese industry associations urge domestic companies to carefully evaluate US chip purchases, signaling potential disruption in semiconductor trade.
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Global antimony prices more than doubled this year amid China's tightening export controls on materials vital for batteries, night-vision gear, and weapons.
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Project Blue co-founder Jack Bedder warns restrictions intensify pressure on already strained supply chains across tech manufacturing sectors.
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China supplies 54% of US germanium imports for infrared tech and fiber optics, while America hasn't mined domestic gallium since 1987.
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US adds 140 companies to restricted trade list, predominantly targeting Chinese firms in Japan, Korea, and Singapore.
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Perpetua Resources develops antimony mine in Idaho with US government backing as alternative supply source amid Chinese export restrictions.
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