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2025 H1 China Rare Earth Magnet Export Report
2025-09-10
Overview of China’s Rare Earth Magnet Exports in H1 2025
In the first half of 2025, China’s total export volume of rare earth permanent magnets reached 22,320 metric tons, representing a year-on-year decline of approximately 18.9%.
This contraction reflects both policy-driven restrictions and global market uncertainties.
Monthly Export Breakdown (January–June 2025)
Monthly Export Volumes
January: 6,357 MT
February: 3,585 MT
March: 5,324 MT
April: 2,628 MT
May: 1,238 MT
June: 3,188 MT
Trend Summary
Exports in Q1 remained relatively stable, whereas April and May experienced a significant decline due to stricter export policies.
June showed a clear recovery following regulatory adjustments and improved licensing procedures.
Impact of China’s New Export Control Regulations
In April 2025, China introduced stricter export control regulations covering raw materials, intermediate products, and specific medium-to-heavy rare earth categories.
Key changes included:
Additional controlled items in rare earth materials
Stricter product classification review
A more rigorous export licensing system
These measures resulted in sharp export declines in April and May.
Recovery Following Negotiations with the US and EU
After successful negotiations with the United States and the European Union, China accelerated approval procedures for export licenses.
This policy shift resulted in:
A more efficient licensing workflow
Faster customs clearance
A steady rebound in export volumes during June
The negotiation outcomes also signaled China’s intention to maintain market stability while preserving strategic control over key rare earth materials.
Conclusion: Outlook for the Rare Earth Magnet Export Market
The 2025 H1 export data reflects both policy impacts and global supply chain adjustments.
With licensing procedures normalized and geopolitical negotiations stabilizing the market, China’s rare earth magnet exports are expected to continue recovering in the second half of the year.
Monitoring regulatory updates and global demand trends will remain essential for companies relying on Rare Earth Magnet Export Report insights.
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