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Roskill: graphite prices could push higher on tightening markets for batteries & electrodes

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Synthetic graphite electrode prices rose nine-fold through the first three quarters of 2017, increasing from US$1,748/t in January 2017 to a high of US$16,309/t in September, according to Roskill Information Services. Despite some fallback during the winter months, prices remained above US$15,600/t through February and March 2018.

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

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There are many challenges that EV battery manufacturers might face in the graphite market as electric vehicle demand continues to rise. The chief executive of Syrah Resources, Shaun Verner, shared a bit about graphite pricing and funding for new projects. Graphite is an essential part of a lithium-ion battery. Graphite Supply.

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Report: Chinese Export Rule Changes Could Impact EV Battery Production

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But the region doesn’t just have the market cornered on completed batteries. Mozambique and Madagascar produce 13 and 8.5 But the country could limit exports, potentially driving up prices in the process over time.& & Prices have come down in terms of the smaller flake graphite since 2011.

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