Tungsten: EU-critical and mainly from China. Tungsten carries a high risk, falls under the new EU regulation for critical materials and is sourced mainly from China. It is used for hardening steel grades and in blades. Molybdenum is additionally critical for long-term security of supply. The largest impact of industrial food processors sits in the use phase and in stainless steel.
Repair and refurbishment keep the value of food processors intact. This outcome is relevant for manufacturers of food processors, the food industry and organisations in circular manufacturing. Source: RTA Manufacturing Industry Overijssel (2020).