SGL Carbon Ensures Uninterrupted Supply of Natural Graphite Flakes Despite New Chinese Export Restrictions

SGL Carbon Ensures Uninterrupted Supply of Natural Graphite Flakes Despite New Chinese Export Restrictions

(IN BRIEF) SGL Carbon reassures customers that its supply chain for natural graphite flakes remains robust despite new export restrictions imposed by China. With a diversified network of global suppliers and more than 50 years of experience in producing flexible graphite products, the company is well-equipped to continue meeting demand. SGL Carbon is committed to ensuring seamless product supply and maintaining high-quality standards for its natural graphite-based solutions.

(PRESS RELEASE) WIESBADEN, 30-Jan-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — SGL Carbon, a leading international supplier of carbon-based solutions, assures its customers that the company’s supply chain for natural graphite flakes remains unaffected by the recent tightening of Chinese export controls. These regulations, which took effect on December 1, 2024, will not hinder the company’s ability to deliver graphite products.

The new restrictions, implemented by the Chinese government, focus on dual-use goods intended for military end users or purposes, and now include a ban on exporting gallium, germanium, antimony, and superhard materials to the United States. Furthermore, more stringent checks will be carried out on end users and the intended uses of graphite. However, the process for securing export licenses for synthetic and natural graphite, including natural graphite flakes, will remain the same.

Unwavering Commitment to Secure and Reliable Supply Chains

With over 50 years of expertise in the production of flexible graphite products such as graphite foil, foil yarns, and reinforced sealing sheets, SGL Carbon has long recognized the importance of securing a reliable supply of raw materials for production. Benjamin Herb, Head of Procurement at SGL Carbon, emphasized the company’s proactive approach, stating, “We continuously monitor the natural graphite market and maintain close contact with our suppliers. Ensuring the security of our supply chains is a key aspect of our purchasing strategy.”

SGL Carbon sources high-quality flake graphite from a wide array of global suppliers, including regions across North and South America, Africa, and China. This diversified supply network ensures that the company can meet its requirements for graphite flakes without disruption.

Olympia Riehl, Head of Business Line Expanded Graphite at SGL Carbon, further added, “Our global, multifunctional team is dedicated to securing and maintaining a seamless supply chain for the natural graphite flakes we rely on. With two production facilities in Germany and the USA, we are well-positioned to serve our customers reliably and effectively.”

Supply Unaffected by Export Restrictions

While the tightening of export regulations may result in slightly longer approval processes, SGL Carbon anticipates no significant impact on the availability of its graphite products. “The demand for graphite manufactured outside of China has grown substantially over the past year and is expected to continue rising. We are well-versed in managing the sourcing of export-controlled raw materials and remain committed to supporting our customers in securing a reliable supply of natural graphite-based products into 2025 and beyond,” explained Herb.

SGL Carbon continues to work diligently to secure its supply chains while maintaining the high quality of its products. Additional information on the company’s flexible graphite solutions is available at www.sigraflex.com.

Media Contact:

Claudia Kellert
Head of Investor Relations, Communications and Corporate Sustainability
phone: +49 611 6029-106
e-mail: investor-relations@sglcarbon.com

SOURCE: SGL Carbon