Graphite electrodes are primarily used in electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaking, serving as a crucial high-temperature conductive material. They are also widely applied in the aluminum industry, electrolytic cells, and chemical equipment as conductive and heat-resistant components. 

【Ministry of Commerce】Relaxation of Export Controls on Graphite and Other Dual-Use Items to the United States

On November 9, the Ministry of Commerce issued Announcement No. 72 of 2025:

With approval, from now until November 27, 2026, the implementation of the second paragraph of Announcement No. 46 of 2024 (titled "Announcement on Strengthening Export Controls on Certain Dual-Use Items to the United States") will be suspended.

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Ministry of Commerce Announcement No. 46 of 2024

Announcement on Strengthening Export Controls on Certain Dual-Use Items to the United States

In accordance with the Export Control Law of the People’s Republic of China and other relevant laws and regulations, and for the purpose of safeguarding national security and interests and fulfilling international obligations on non-proliferation, it has been decided to strengthen export controls on certain dual-use items to the United States. The relevant matters are hereby announced as follows:

1. Exports of dual-use items to U.S. military users or for military purposes are prohibited.

2. In principle, licenses will not be granted for the export of gallium, germanium, antimony, and superhard material-related dual-use items to the United States. For exports of graphite-related dual-use items to the United States, stricter end-user and end-use reviews will be implemented.

Any organizations or individuals from any country or region that violate the above provisions by transferring or providing relevant dual-use items originating from the People’s Republic of China to U.S. organizations or individuals will be held legally accountable in accordance with the law.

This announcement shall take effect on the date of its publication.

Ministry of Commerce
December 3, 2024

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