[SMM Flash News] Trump Orders Restrictions on Critical Minerals Scrap Exports

Published: Jul 31, 2026 13:50

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U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order authorizing restrictions on exports of critical minerals-bearing scrap, including electronic waste and used batteries, to strengthen domestic recycling and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains. The order directs the U.S. Department of Commerce to develop rules limiting exports of recoverable critical minerals, aiming to retain valuable materials such as lithium, tungsten and rare earths for domestic processing. The move forms part of the administration's broader strategy to bolster U.S. critical minerals security and support domestic recycling capacity.

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