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China Imposes Export Control on Graphite and Lithium Batteries

China Imposes Export Control on Graphite and Lithium Batteries

China announces export control measures affecting graphite and lithium battery products, according to the provided update.

Fact Check
The evidence strongly and directly supports both parts of the statement. Numerous sources, including Reuters, CSIS, and Fastmarkets, corroborate that China implemented export controls on graphite products beginning in late 2023. Additionally, a recent report from Metal.com (Source 14) explicitly states that China is also implementing export controls on items related to lithium batteries.
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Terms & Concepts
  • Export control: Government-imposed restrictions on the export of specified goods or technologies.
  • Graphite: A carbon material referenced in the notice as subject to export control.
  • Lithium battery: A battery type referenced in the notice as subject to export control.