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Rare Earth Market Update – February 10, 2025 441

Rare earth market update on february 10, 2025 At the beginning of this week, the domestic rare earth market as a whole continued to show a generally upward trend. Among them, the price of praseodymium oxide increased by approximately 5,000 yuan per ton, the price of praseodymium-neodymium metal increased by approximately 6,000 yuan per ton, the price of holmium oxide increased by approximately 5,000 yuan per ton, and the price of dysprosium oxide increased by approximately 10,000 yuan per ton.…

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Tungsten Concentrate and APT Prices Remain Stable 170

Analysis of latest tungsten market from Chinatungsten Online On Monday, tungsten prices continued to remain stable, with market liquidity still tight ahead of the Lantern Festival. Overall, production and trading sentiments were cautious. The market fundamentals maintained a situation of dual weakness, with policy focus mainly on the actual implementation of Sino-US relations and related tariffs and regulatory measures, as well as information from the National People’s Congress and the Chinese Political Consultative Conference in March. In the tungsten concentrate…

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【Know Tungsten】Why Tungsten Wire Can Be Used for Making Gloves? 321

Tungsten wire can be processed into extremely fine specifications, offering significantly enhanced strength and hardness compared to stainless steel of similar specifications. Using tungsten wire to manufacture cut-resistant gloves allows for a design that is lighter, thinner, and more flexible while maintaining the same level of cut resistance. Gloves made from tungsten wire not only effectively reduce skin irritation but also greatly improve comfort and flexibility, making them ideal for various hand protection scenarios.

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【Know Tungsten】Why Tungsten Copper Block Can Be Used for Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)? 391

The tungsten copper block, measuring 34x33x15mm and composed of 80% tungsten and 20% copper, is a composite material produced through powder metallurgy. It combines tungsten’s high density, high melting point, and exceptional hardness with copper’s excellent electrical and thermal conductivity. This versatile material offers both mechanical strength and thermal performance, making it well-suited for applications such as spot welding and electrical discharge machining (EDM).

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【Know Molybdenum】Ultra-Thin Customized Molybdenum Discs Used as Heat Shields 394

The customized molybdenum disc with a thickness of 0.1mm, an outer diameter of 66.5mm, and an inner diameter of 36mm is a thin sheet product made from high-purity molybdenum. It boasts excellent mechanical properties and chemical stability, making it ideal for use in high-temperature and corrosive environments. Customized molybdenum discs can maintain stable performance under extreme high-temperature conditions. As a result, they are often used as heat shields or reflective screens in vacuum furnaces and high-temperature furnaces.

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India Scraps Customs Duties on Scrap of Tungsten & Other Critical Minerals 119

According to Reuters, India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated during her annual budget speech on February 1st that India has scrapped customs duties on waste and scrap from a dozen critical minerals, including those of antimony, cobalt, tungsten, copper, lead, zinc, as well as waste and scrap of lithium-ion battery. Sitharaman said that this move will help secure their availability for manufacturing in India. Furthermore, the Indian government will also launch a policy for recovery of critical minerals from tailings…

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MOFCOM Spokesperson Answers Questions from Reporters on Export Controls Imposed on Tungsten and Related Items 99

MOFCOM Spokesperson Answers Questions from Reporters on Export Controls Imposed on Tungsten and Related Items Q: On February 4th, the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and the General Administration of Customs jointly issued an announcement on export controls for tungsten and related items. What considerations did China take into account when formulating this export control policy? A: On February 4th, MOFCOM, in conjunction with the General Administration of Customs, issued an announcement on export controls for tungsten and related items, implementing…

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China Implements Export Controls on Tungsten & Molybdenum Items 1,227

The Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China and the General Administration of Customs have decided to implement export controls on tungsten, tellurium, bismuth, molybdenum, and indium-related items to safeguard national security and interests and fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation. The relevant items subject to export control are as follows: I. Tungsten-Related Items (1) 1C117.d. Tungsten-Related Materials: Ammonium Paratungstate (Customs HS Code for reference: 2841801000); Tungsten Oxide (Customs HS Codes for reference: 2825901200, 2825901910, 2825901920); Tungsten Carbide…

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Cutting Methods and Forming Processes of TZM Molybdenum Alloy Plates 124

TZM molybdenum alloy is a material with excellent mechanical properties and high-temperature resistance, widely used in aerospace, nuclear industry, and high-temperature furnace applications. Due to its high hardness, high melting point, and low ductility, the cutting and forming processes of TZM molybdenum alloy plates present certain technical challenges. Below are the primary methods and considerations for cutting and forming TZM alloy plates: Cutting Methods Given the high hardness and low ductility of TZM molybdenum alloy, common cutting methods include mechanical…

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Why TZM Alloy Is an Indispensable Material in High-temperature Industrial Applications? 119

TZM molybdenum alloy is a high-performance alloy based on molybdenum, with small amounts of titanium (Ti), zirconium (Zr), and carbon (C) added. Its name derives from the initials of these additive elements. As an advanced material widely used in aerospace, nuclear industries, and high-temperature industrial applications, TZM alloy is renowned for its exceptional melting point and high-temperature performance. Molybdenum itself is a high-melting-point metal, with a melting point of 2623°C. The melting point of TZM molybdenum alloy, enhanced by the…

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