Gallium (Ga)
CRITICAL RISKOverview
A soft metallic element primarily recovered as a byproduct of bauxite and zinc refining. Gallium is essential for gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductors used in high-power radio frequency electronics, radar systems, electronic warfare platforms, and advanced aerospace technologies.
Risk score
96/100 — supply chain threat level: Critical
Primary use cases
Semiconductors (GaN), AESA Radar, Electronic Warfare, LEDs, Solar Cells