Congo Miners Reduce Chemical Use Amid Iran War Supply Disruptions
Congo's leading copper and cobalt producers are facing supply disruptions due to the Iran war, affecting key leaching chemicals like sulfuric acid and sodium metabisulfite. Some orders have been canceled or withdrawn, forcing miners to cut chemical usage and consider output reductions. The Democratic Republic of Congo is a major supplier of cobalt and copper, essential for electric vehicles and clean energy. The supply chain disruptions have led to increased costs and logistical challenges, with premiums for chemicals nearly doubling. 
