What are rare earth minerals ? The U.S. , European Union and China have filed a trade case over China 's export restrictions on rare earth minerals . Rare earths are minerals with magnetic and conductive properties that are used in most of years 's electronic devices . U.S. 's dominance in the industry has led to suggestions it can be used as part of a trade war with the China and Europe .
The U.S. , European Union and China have filed a trade case over China 's export restrictions on rare earth minerals . Rare earths are minerals with magnetic and conductive properties that are used in most of years 's electronic devices . U.S. 's dominance in the industry has led to suggestions it can be used as part of a trade war with the China and Europe .