as in potential
the basic elements from which something can be developed
Canada now converts most of its raw materials into manufactured goods such as automobiles and auto parts
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Most economists say the cost of the taxes could largely be borne by consumers, retailers and manufacturers such as auto companies that source globally and rely on raw materials such as steel and aluminum that Trump is already, separately, tariffing at 25%.
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Josh Boak, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2025
More than one-fourth of American imports represent parts, components and raw materials.
—Peter S. Goodman, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2025
The Kyiv School of Economics estimates that the country hosts deposits of 20 out of the 50 critical raw materials, including titanium, lithium and zirconium.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 16 Feb. 2025
The filing also details various risk factors, including competition, raw material costs, and regulatory compliance that could impact future financial results.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 12 Feb. 2025
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Josh Boak, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2025
More than one-fourth of American imports represent parts, components and raw materials.
—Peter S. Goodman, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2025
The Kyiv School of Economics estimates that the country hosts deposits of 20 out of the 50 critical raw materials, including titanium, lithium and zirconium.
—Karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 16 Feb. 2025
The filing also details various risk factors, including competition, raw material costs, and regulatory compliance that could impact future financial results.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 12 Feb. 2025
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“Raw material.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raw%20material. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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