Focus: Gallium
Class: Tier 2 Urgency – Semiconductor & Energy Supply Chain

⛓️ What’s Happening

On July 22, China’s Ministry of Commerce issued a renewed restriction on gallium exports, citing national security. This builds on the 2023 restrictions and underscores gallium’s importance to next-gen tech.

What is Gallium?
A soft metal used in:

  • Semiconductors

  • 5G systems

  • LEDs

  • High-efficiency solar panels

It’s not mined directly — it's a byproduct of bauxite (aluminum) and zinc production.

🔍 Strategic Takeaways

  • The U.S. Department of Commerce and CHIPS Act Phase II are prioritizing material independence, including gallium sourcing.

  • Canada may extend support for gallium via tailings and e-waste recovery.

  • Europe is expanding critical raw material stockpiling, with gallium in its updated CRM list.

🔭 Companies to Watch

1. Ucore Rare Metals (TSXV: UCU)
🇺🇸 Gallium recovery research supported by U.S. gov
🔗 https://ucore.com/

2. Geomega Resources (TSXV: GMA)
🇨🇦 Separation tech applicable to gallium, REEs
🔗 https://www.geomega.ca/

3. Critical Elements Lithium (TSXV: CRE)
🇨🇦 Expanding into advanced materials
🔗 https://www.cecorp.ca/

Action Points

  • Add gallium to your Critical Tier 2 Watchlist

  • Monitor North American e-waste and tailings processors

  • Track policy shifts in U.S. CHIPS Act and Canada’s critical strategy update

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