October 23, 2026

U.S. Designates Helium as a Critical Material Amid Supply Chain Crisis

Helium is classified as a critical material due to its essential role in semiconductor manufacturing and advanced energy technologies.
The designation allows U.S. helium producers to access more federal financing and oversight.
Geopolitical tensions, including Iranian strikes affecting Qatari production and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, have heightened supply risks.

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