Group 1 - The U.S. government is adding copper and potash to the critical minerals list, marking the most significant adjustment since its first release in 2018 [1] - The updated list includes a total of 54 minerals, with six proposed additions: copper, potash, silicon, silver, lead, and rhenium, while tellurium and arsenic are being removed [1] - The U.S. Geological Survey highlighted that disruptions in the supply of copper and silicon could lead to severe economic consequences [1] Group 2 - The copper industry has been advocating for its inclusion as a critical mineral due to its importance for the economy and national security [2] - Once included in the list, related exploration, mining, and processing projects will receive funding incentives and streamlined approval processes [2] - The final version of the list is expected to be published by the Secretary of the Interior within 30 days [2] Group 3 - Currently, about 80% of the potash used in the U.S. is imported from Canada, which has been exempt from tariffs under the North American Free Trade Agreement [3] - Following the announcement, fertilizer company stocks rose, with Mosaic Company increasing by 4.5% and Nutrien Ltd. by 2.9% [3] - The Department of the Interior stated that losing even one critical mineral could have a cascading effect across industries, impacting production capacity and job opportunities in the U.S. [3]
美国拟将铜和钾肥列入关键矿产清单,特朗普政府加码资源安全
Jin Shi Shu Ju·2025-08-25 22:40