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China Exported More Gallium, Less Germanium in November

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China, the world’s leading producer, significantly increased its gallium exports in November compared to October. According to customs data, 5,500 kilograms were exported in November, a substantial rise from just 600 kilograms the previous month. In contrast, germanium exports saw a modest decline of 4.6%, totaling 1,698 kilograms.

The sole destinations for gallium exports in November were Germany and South Korea. Meanwhile, the primary recipients of germanium were Belgium, Germany, Russia, and the United Kingdom.

Read more: China recently imposed export restrictions on gallium, germanium, and antimony, specifically targeting the United States.

Exports of gallium since November 2023

Exports of germanium since November 2023

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