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flag U.S. reliance on China for rare earths like yttrium is straining relations and risking key industries amid export restrictions and limited domestic processing.

flag U.S.-China tensions over rare earth elements, especially yttrium, are escalating, with China’s partial export restrictions disrupting global supply chains. flag The U.S. imports 100% of its yttrium, 93% from China, which controls nearly all global processing. flag Prices in Europe have surged 4,400%, threatening aerospace, semiconductors, and energy sectors. flag Despite a temporary suspension of restrictions, unresolved disputes over China’s proposed licensing system persist. flag The U.S. remains dependent on a single domestic mine, with limited processing capacity, leaving critical defense and tech industries vulnerable to supply disruptions.

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