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title: "PRECIOUS METALS | China's Rare-Earth Exports to Japan Decline in March"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/283312859.md"
description: "China's rare-earth exports to Japan fell significantly in March, impacting Japan's manufacturing sector reliant on these materials. The decline is due to China's stricter export controls and rising domestic demand, raising concerns about supply chain disruptions and increased costs for Japanese manufacturers. The rare-earth market is crucial for electronics and electric vehicles, and changes in China's export policies could have significant effects on global markets."
datetime: "2026-04-20T07:50:39.000Z"
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# PRECIOUS METALS | China's Rare-Earth Exports to Japan Decline in March

China's exports of rare-earth magnets and materials to Japan experienced a significant decline in March. Bloomberg posted on X, highlighting the impact of this reduction on Japan's manufacturing sector, which heavily relies on these materials for various high-tech industries. The decrease in exports is attributed to China's tightening of export controls and increased domestic demand for rare-earth elements. This development has raised concerns among Japanese manufacturers about potential supply chain disruptions and increased costs. The rare-earth market is closely watched due to its strategic importance in the production of electronics, electric vehicles, and other advanced technologies. As China continues to dominate the global supply of rare-earth elements, any changes in its export policies can have far-reaching implications for international markets.

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