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

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Graphite is an essential part of a lithium-ion battery. There are many challenges that EV battery manufacturers might face in the graphite market as electric vehicle demand continues to rise. Graphite is often an overlooked essential mineral when people think of EV batteries. 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. This includes synthetic and natural graphite meeting the necessary thresholds to be used on electric vehicle batteries.& & Since most EVs use lithium-ion batteries, one might assume this isn’t a large issue.

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