Kathmandu. As the global supply of the rare earth element yttrium has stalled, there is growing concern that its shortage will deepen in Japan. According to Japanese officials, there is a large imbalance between supply and demand, with available stocks only sufficient for a few months.
In Japan, the supply of rare mineral "yttrium" has stopped, the balance is only for a few months
Kathmandu. As the global supply of the rare earth element yttrium has stalled, there is growing concern that its shortage will deepen in Japan. According to Japanese officials, there is a large imbalance between supply and demand, with available stocks only sufficient for a few months.
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