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Vietnam bans exports of listed raw materials and titanium, in force January 2026
Vietnam's export ban, enacted in 2012 and in force in January 2026, covers raw materials of iron, lead-zinc, chromite, manganese, apatite, rare earths, and deeply processed titanium. The policy limits foreign access to these materials in their unprocessed or semi-processed forms from Vietnam.
Tajikistan bans exports of metal waste and scrap, in force January 2026
Export bans on scrap metal are typically introduced to preserve raw material availability for domestic industries. Tajikistan's ban on metal waste and scrap exports, originally enacted in 2020 and still in force in January 2026, restricts the amount of this material that can leave the country for foreign buyers.
North Korea holds 78 thousand metric tons of molybdenum reserves in 2025
Molybdenum is used to strengthen steel and is important in oil refining and chemical processing industries. North Korea's recorded reserves of 78 thousand metric tons of molybdenum in 2025 place it among the countries with quantified holdings of this industrial metal.
Norway holds 37,000 thousand metric tons of titanium mineral concentrate reserves in 2025
Titanium mineral concentrates are the raw feedstock for titanium metal and titanium dioxide, used in aerospace, paints, and coatings. Norway's reserves of 37,000 thousand metric tons in 2025 establish it as a significant holder of this material in the global resource base.
Australia holds 25,000,000 metric tons of nickel reserves in 2025
Nickel is essential for stainless steel and electric vehicle batteries, making reserve figures relevant to long-term industrial planning. Australia's 25,000,000 metric tons of nickel reserves in 2025 represent one of the largest national stockpiles of this material in the world.
The U.S. imports 98% of its xenon consumption in 2025
Xenon is used in ion propulsion systems for satellites, medical imaging equipment, and high-intensity lighting. In 2025, the United States sources 98% of its xenon from abroad, meaning domestic industries that rely on xenon have very limited insulation from foreign supply disruptions.
The U.S. relies on imports for 100% of its rubidium in 2025
Rubidium is used in atomic clocks, research equipment, and some specialized electronics. In 2025, the United States produces none of its own rubidium, making it entirely dependent on foreign sources for this material.
The U.S. imports 93% of its krypton consumption in 2025
Krypton is used in specialist lighting and laser systems, including those with aerospace and defense applications. In 2025, the United States sources 93% of its krypton from outside its borders, leaving domestic users exposed to foreign supply conditions.
China produces 69% of the world's indium in 2025
Indium is widely used in flat-panel displays and thin-film solar cells, making it important to both consumer electronics and renewable energy sectors. In 2025, China accounts for 69% of world indium production, leaving most of the global market reliant on one dominant source.
China supplies 100% of the world's gallium production in 2025
Gallium is a key material in semiconductors and LED technology, and no country other than China is recorded as producing it in 2025. This means the entire global supply of gallium for electronics manufacturing originates from a single country.
China accounts for 88% of world bismuth production in 2025
Bismuth is used in pharmaceuticals, solders, and as a non-toxic substitute for lead in several applications. In 2025, China produces 88% of the world's bismuth, so manufacturers in other countries have limited alternative sources for this material.
China produces 75% of the world's vanadium in 2025
Vanadium is used in steel alloys and large-scale batteries, making its supply chain relevant to construction and energy storage industries worldwide. In 2025, China accounts for 75% of world vanadium production, meaning most countries depend heavily on one source for this material.
From the press
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