# China’s exports of aerospace-critical rare earth yttrium to U.S. rise

https://mins.news/en/item/27459

- Reuters, 2026-08-20 15:10 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/china-exports-us-rise-rare-earth-critical-aerospace-sector-2026-08-20/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a8718d3c69d29000181b01e

> Chinese customs data showed that exports of rare earth yttrium to the United States increased in July. The rise could offer some relief to U.S. aerospace buyers that rely on the material for critical aviation applications.