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

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Chinese producers quickly increased production after a few months of closures in 2020. After China, Brazil and Mozambique are the next largest graphite producers. After China, Brazil and Mozambique are the next largest graphite producers. Brazil produced 68,000 MT last year, while Mozambique’s output was 30,000 MT.

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Report: Chinese Export Rule Changes Could Impact EV Battery Production

The Truth About Cars

Starting this month, the Chinese government requires permits for certain graphite products being exported. Mozambique and Madagascar produce 13 and 8.5 percent of the global graphite supply, respectively, while Brazil handles about 6 percent. Canada and Brazil are the only real exceptions located in our hemisphere.

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