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Tesla supplier sheds light on graphite supply challenge for EV battery manufacturers [Editorial]

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“The single biggest impediment to new investment is the opaque nature of the market because to get the commercial debt in place is really challenging,” said Verner. “Chinese producers quickly increased production after a few months of closures in 2020. Graphite Supply. Graphite and the Inflation Reduction Act.

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Report: Chinese Export Rule Changes Could Impact EV Battery Production

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Starting this month, the Chinese government requires permits for certain graphite products being exported. Mozambique and Madagascar produce 13 and 8.5 China has reportedly decided to place restrictions on exports of graphite, which could spell trouble for American EV manufacturers.

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