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China’s Rare Earth Exports Jump
September 25, 2025

China’s Rare Earth Exports Jump

The recent increase in China's rare earth exports is a notable event, but its significance can only be understood by examining the specific data. While...

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AI's Hunger For Copper
September 25, 2025

AI's Hunger For Copper

The infrastructure supporting AI workloads represents a significant paradigm shift from that of traditional data centers. While both types of facilities house similar components like...

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China Cracks Down On Foreign Companies Stockpiling Rare Earths
September 25, 2025

China Cracks Down On Foreign Companies Stockpiling Rare Earths

In early 2025, China launched a sweeping crackdown on foreign companies it accused of stockpiling rare earths, sending shockwaves through global supply chains. The move...

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The Chinese and Russian Spheres of Control in Global Antimony Refining
September 22, 2025

The Chinese and Russian Spheres of Control in Global Antimony Refining

The global antimony refining market is primarily dominated by China and Russia, which together form a near duopoly in this sector. In China, the market...

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China’s Dominance In Rare Earths Is Less Absolute Than It Appears
September 22, 2025

China’s Dominance In Rare Earths Is Less Absolute Than It Appears

Beijing currently holds a dominant position in the rare earths market, but its strategic use of these materials as a geopolitical tool is prompting a...

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The Ruthenium And Rhodium Revival
September 22, 2025

The Ruthenium And Rhodium Revival

The prevailing market sentiment for both rhodium and ruthenium is one of renewed optimism, marking a distinct "revival" in their respective markets. This positive momentum...

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Antimony Mining Market: Experiencing Rapid Growth as a Result of Growing Demand
September 18, 2025

Antimony Mining Market: Experiencing Rapid Growth as a Result of Growing Demand

The global antimony market is undergoing a period of robust expansion, characterized by diverse valuations and growth projections depending on the scope of analysis. In...

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Energy Department Secures American Critical Minerals and Materials Supply Chain
September 18, 2025

Energy Department Secures American Critical Minerals and Materials Supply Chain

The DOE's announcement of nearly $1 billion in funding opportunities is a pivotal yet singular component of a much wider, multifaceted federal strategy to secure...

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Impact of China’s Antimony Export Ban on the Global Industry
September 18, 2025

Impact of China’s Antimony Export Ban on the Global Industry

China, historically the world's dominant producer and exporter of antimony, has strategically tightened its control over this critical mineral, leading to profound disruptions across global...

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Malaysia Clarifies Rare Earths Export Policy: No Exclusive Rights for US
September 15, 2025

Malaysia Clarifies Rare Earths Export Policy: No Exclusive Rights for US

On August 4, 2025, Malaysia’s Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Tengku Zafrul, clarified in Parliament that the country’s agreement to export rare earth elements...

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UN Meeting Closes with No Moratorium on Deep-Sea Mining for Critical Minerals
September 15, 2025

UN Meeting Closes with No Moratorium on Deep-Sea Mining for Critical Minerals

The 30th session of the International Seabed Authority recently concluded in Jamaica without an agreement to establish a moratorium on deep-sea mining, a decision that...

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U.S. Mulls Rare Earth Price Floor to Boost Domestic Output
September 15, 2025

U.S. Mulls Rare Earth Price Floor to Boost Domestic Output

The United States is highly dependent on foreign sources, primarily China, for critical rare earth elements, which are vital for defense systems, clean energy, and...

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Surprising Sources of Antimony
September 11, 2025

Surprising Sources of Antimony

Antimony is a critical metalloid, a semi-metallic element prized for its unique properties. It imparts fire resistance to materials, hardens alloys, and exhibits valuable semi-conductive...

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The Global Market of Antimony
September 11, 2025

The Global Market of Antimony

Historically, antimony has found widespread use in traditional sectors. Antimony trioxide, a prominent compound, serves as a crucial additive for halogen-containing flame retardants, a sector...

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Primary and Secondary Production of Antimony
September 11, 2025

Primary and Secondary Production of Antimony

Antimony's essential applications span a wide range of industries. A significant portion of global consumption, accounting for 39% in the U.S. in 2024, is dedicated...

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Tight Supply at the Mine End Pushes Up Tungsten Prices
September 8, 2025

Tight Supply at the Mine End Pushes Up Tungsten Prices

Tungsten prices have been steadily rising for over a month, driven by significant supply-side constraints at the mine end. As of mid-July 2025, Ammonium Paratungstate...

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Hafnium Price-Surge, Regional Trends and Strategic Implications
September 8, 2025

Hafnium Price-Surge, Regional Trends and Strategic Implications

The second quarter of 2025 marked a significant upturn in hafnium metal prices across key global markets. This robust appreciation was primarily driven by a...

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Precious Metals vs. Critical Minerals: Their Roles in a Sustainable Future
September 8, 2025

Precious Metals vs. Critical Minerals: Their Roles in a Sustainable Future

The global transition to a low-carbon economy hinges on a complex and often overlooked foundation: the raw materials that power clean technologies. While precious metals...

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China Quietly Issues Rare Earth Quotas
September 4, 2025

China Quietly Issues Rare Earth Quotas

In a move set to reverberate across global high-tech and defense sectors, China has discreetly issued its first batch of rare earth mining and smelting...

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Where to Find Hafnium Scrap
September 4, 2025

Where to Find Hafnium Scrap

Hafnium’s natural scarcity is inherent to its production; it's typically extracted as a byproduct of zirconium, a process that yields only about one tonne of...

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Environmental Sustainability of Niobium Recycling
September 4, 2025

Environmental Sustainability of Niobium Recycling

Niobium, a lightweight and corrosion-resistant metal, stands as a critical element in modern industry. Its unique properties make it indispensable in high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steels,...

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The Lifecycle of a Turbine Blade From Production to Recycling
September 1, 2025

The Lifecycle of a Turbine Blade From Production to Recycling

Turbine blades are remarkable feats of modern engineering and are essential components in jet engines used in aerospace, gas turbines for energy generation, and various...

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Signs of a High-Value Tungsten Carbide Drill Bit
September 1, 2025

Signs of a High-Value Tungsten Carbide Drill Bit

Recycling Tungsten carbide (WC) offers substantial economic advantages for industrial operations. For businesses, it transforms what would otherwise be waste into a valuable revenue stream,...

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Value in Recycling Zirconium Alloys
September 1, 2025

Value in Recycling Zirconium Alloys

Zirconium (Zr) and its alloys are critical materials in several high-tech industries, prized for a unique set of properties that make them indispensable where extreme...

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The Unique Challenges of Recycling Tantalum Capacitors
August 28, 2025

The Unique Challenges of Recycling Tantalum Capacitors

Tantalum capacitors are ubiquitous in modern electronics, serving as compact, high-capacitance components critical for stable power delivery and signal filtering. Their exceptional reliability and ability...

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