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News › April 2025

April 2025

Why is boron considered “critical”?

:: Thursday, April 3, 2025 :: Posted By Javier Jusué de Olives

Why is boron considered “critical”?

Boron’s designation as a critical raw material in the EU and critical mineral in the UK is reshaping procurement strategies. Learn how boron’s critical status will impact your supply chain.

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