The production of Tesla Optimus robots lacks Chinese rare earth metals
Tesla announced last Tuesday that the production of Optimus humanoid robots has been affected by China’s restrictions on the export of magnets containing Chinese rare earth elements. The company explained that China requires assurances that the magnets will not be used as components in weaponry, writes https://xrust.ru/. Tesla is in negotiations with a Chinese manufacturer to obtain an export license. The press reminded that this month, China introduced restrictions on the export of rare earth metals as part of a broader response to U.S. tariffs, limiting the supply of minerals used in the production of weapons, electronics, and a range of consumer goods. Analysts note that the export restrictions will affect not only extracted raw materials but also magnets and other finished products, which will be difficult to replace. Exporters now need to apply to the Ministry of Commerce for licenses. This is a relatively non-transparent process that could take from six to seven weeks to several months. Musk had planned to release thousands of Optimus robots in 2025.
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