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Oct 8, 2024

If Helene causes a chip shortage, it’ll be different than COVID

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Helene shut down the Spruce Pine mines that produce ultra-pure quartz, and some fear that could cause shortages and higher prices on things we buy.

So, how likely is that to happen?

The good news is Sibelco, Spruce Pine’s largest quartz mine, says its employees and contractors are all safe and accounted for.

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