After no dysprosium was exported from China in February, the latest customs data for March show an increase to 7,386 kilograms, moving back toward last year’s level. The majority of the material was shipped to South Korea, while Portugal received a smaller volume.
Chinese dysprosium exports
For terbium, the decline seen in February continues: only three kilograms were exported, all of which went to Australia. Since April 2025, China has imposed strict export controls on dysprosium, terbium, and other rare earth elements. For comparison, nearly 11 tonnes of terbium were shipped in March 2025, shortly before the measures took effect.
Dysprosium and terbium enhance the performance of permanent magnets, particularly at high temperatures. China dominates the production of both materials.
Chinese terbium exports
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