What did U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer say about the pace of China's rare earth export approvals to the U.S.?

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated that while rare earth exports from China to the United States are improving, Beijing is still slow to approve some shipments, requiring U.S. officials to intervene on behalf of affected companies; he gave China a 'passing grade' on this issue, acknowledging progress but noting delays and the need for diplomatic engagement.

Why are U.S. semiconductor and aerospace industries facing shortages of yttrium, and what recent development has alleviated it?

The U.S. semiconductor and aerospace industries have faced yttrium shortages for over a year because yttrium is a rare earth element produced only in China and restricted under China's April 2025 export controls; recently, the U.S. received several large shipments of yttrium, though Reuters reported in April that a significant deficit remains relative to earlier export levels.

U.S. Trade Rep Greer Says China Slow on Rare Earth Export Approvals

May 14, 2026

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer noted that while rare earth exports from China are recovering, licensing delays persist for certain shipments. Large yttrium deliveries recently eased shortages in U.S. semiconductor and aerospace sectors despite ongoing export restrictions.

reuters

2026-05-14

U.S. Trade Rep Greer Says China Slow on Rare Earth Export Approvals

U.S. Trade Rep Greer Says China Slow on Rare Earth Export Approvals

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