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Export controls drive China’s REE magnet exports to five-year low

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In May, China's permanent rare earth (REE) magnet exports fell 74% y/y – hitting a five-year low of just 1,238 metric tons.

That reflects a further ~53% tumble from April, when the heavy REE controls were imposed (April 4) and associated magnet exports became subject to license approvals.

China's ...