raw materials

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Finding the raw materials is generally not hard, but separating them from other materials they’re bonded to is, and it’s that process that China largely dominates.

From Salon • May 31, 2026

Professor Bradshaw says societies will need to rethink how land, water, energy, and raw materials are used if future generations are to live safely and sustainably.

From Science Daily • May 27, 2026

Hewson said there has been a "perfect storm" of increased costs for raw materials, energy, labour costs and even changes to packaging regulation that has made these essentials more expensive.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

The EU hopes the deal will mean better supply of critical raw materials from Mexico, already a top supplier to the bloc.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

They had to import food, as well as raw materials and fuel.

From "Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two" by Joseph Bruchac