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China Lifts Export Ban on Gallium, Germanium, and Antimony to the U.S. Amid Easing Trade Tensions
China has lifted its export restrictions on gallium, germanium, and antimony to the United States, signaling a thaw in trade relations. The Commerce Ministry said the suspension, effective through November 2026, follows recent agreements between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump to ease tariffs and delay other trade measures.
China Lifts Export Ban on Key Industrial Metals to the U.S.
China’s Ministry of Commerce announced on Sunday that it has lifted export restrictions on gallium, germanium, antimony, and certain ultra-hard materials classified as “dual-use items” for the United States.
The ministry said in a statement that the suspension of restrictions takes effect immediately and will remain in place until November 27, 2026.
The original export curbs were announced in December 2024 as part of broader measures tightening control over strategic materials used in semiconductors, defense, and clean energy industries.
Beijing has also suspended strict end-use and end-user reviews for exports of dual-use graphite to the U.S., which had been introduced alongside the initial restrictions.
Additionally, China announced on Friday the suspension of other export controls introduced on October 9, which had expanded restrictions on certain rare earth elements and lithium battery materials.
The move comes shortly after Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump reached an agreement to ease trade tensions by reducing tariffs and delaying the implementation of additional trade measures for one year.
Analysts say the decision reflects a cautious attempt by both sides to stabilize economic relations and prevent further escalation in the ongoing technology and supply chain competition.
