In December 2025, China imported a total of 32,120.177 metric tons of boric acid

Türkiye set a record in boron production in 2024, generating $1.3 billion in revenue from sales of 2.5 million tons

In November 2025, China's total imports of boric acid reached 21,984.302 metric tons

Australian mining firm Ioneer is interested in bidding on a bundle of Rio Tinto Group’s US assets that produce boron, a critical mineral used in fertilizer, according to its top executive.

The recent market price of ferroboron has shown adjustments.

The assets collectively meet about 30% of global boron demand, the article states.

Rare earth elements, often dubbed the “vitamins” of modern technology, sit at the heart of everything from smartphones and drones to electric vehicles and defense systems.

Boron Added to U.S. Critical Mineral List