After two strong months, the export of gallium from China significantly declined in September, latest figures from the Chinese customs authority show. A total of 6,070 kilos of the metal essential for numerous high-tech applications was exported last month, with Germany being the leading destination.
“For germanium, there was an increase again after a decline in August. Since August 2023, both metals have been subject to export restrictions in China, which the country has justified by citing national security concerns. As dual-use goods, they can be used for both civilian and military purposes.”
Exports of germanium from China
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