West struggles to break China niche metals grip
Three years after China restricted exports of gallium and germanium, Western nations are still grappling with high prices and supply shortages. While new production projects are underway, reducing dependence on China remains a significant challenge.
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Western nations face persistent price pain for gallium and germanium three years after China curbed exports of the critical metals. Prices have surged to 9 to 10 times 2023 levels as Western producers scramble to build domestic supply chains. The export curbs on the niche materials have forced manufacturers in the United States and Europe to stockpile supplies and seek alternative designs.
