What is Gallium (XGA)?
Gallium is a soft silvery metal with a unique property: it melts at just 29.8 °C (literally in your palm). But behind this feature lies strategic importance — gallium compounds are critical for the semiconductor industry.
Gallium arsenide and nitride
Gallium arsenide (GaAs) is used in high-frequency chips for 5G mobile communications, satellite systems and defence radars. Gallium nitride (GaN) is revolutionizing power electronics — chargers, server power supplies and solar inverters.
Strategic resource
China produces over 80% of global gallium and in 2023 imposed export restrictions, spiking prices. The EU has included gallium in its critical raw materials list. Developing alternative sources is a priority for Western economies.