( October 9, 2025, 09:50 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: China will impose export controls on superhard material-related items starting Nov. 8, the Ministry of Commerce and the General Administration of Customs announced on Thursday. The restrictions cover synthetic diamond micropowder, single-crystal synthetic diamonds, diamond wire saws, grinding wheels, DC plasma chemical vapor deposition equipment and related technology, which are mainly used in advanced manufacturing, including semiconductor, photovoltaics and precision machining tools. Exporters must apply for licenses under export-control regulations.The statement follows (Chinese):...
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