Supply Chain Experiences Fluctuations: South Korean Chip Titans Hastily Assess Helium Reserves
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With escalating shipping hazards in the Strait of Hormuz, the supply chain for vital raw materials, notably helium, has begun to exhibit signs of instability. Helium, an indispensable industrial gas in semiconductor fabrication, is predominantly sourced from liquefied natural gas. Recognizing the urgency, South Korean semiconductor behemoths Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix have undertaken a thorough evaluation of their helium stockpiles. Industry experts caution that securing alternative helium supplies in the near future will prove challenging, with the pricey U.S. natural gas emerging as a potential, albeit costly, contingency plan.