US Mineral Supply Chains Remain Exposed to China Chokehold

Post Views: 145 US Mineral Supply Chains US Mineral Supply Chains Remain Exposed to China Chokehold US mineral supply chains remain heavily dependent on foreign imports, raising strategic and economic concerns. The US Geological Survey (USGS) reports that 16 of 90 non-fuel commodities were 100% import reliant last year. Meanwhile, over half of apparent consumption for 54 minerals also depended on imports, intensifying supply risk. China dominates the supply of several US critical minerals, including rare earths, graphite, and antimony. For example, China provides 70% of US rare earths and near...