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China has the highest rare earths production among 12 countries with data in 2025.
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| Year | Rare Earths Production |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 270,000 |
| 2024 | 270,000 |
| 2023 | 255,000 |
| 2022 | 210,000 |
| 2021 | 168,000 |
| 2020 | 140,000 |
| 2019 | 132,000 |
| 2018 | 120,000 |
| 2017 | 105,000 |
| 2016 | 105,000 |
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration · Updated