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Dysprosium (Dy)

CRITICAL RISK
Overview

A heavy rare earth element used to preserve magnetic strength and operational stability in extreme heat environments. Dysprosium is essential for high-temperature NdFeB permanent magnets used in advanced aerospace propulsion, hypersonic systems, military actuators, and nuclear technologies.

Risk score

95/100 — supply chain threat level: Critical

Primary use cases

Heat-Resistant Magnets, Military Aerospace, Jet Engines, Nuclear Reactors