# US War on Iran Now Disrupts Global Fertilizer and Metal Supply Chains.

*business · news · 2026-05-10 · Sputnik News*

## Key points

- Global sulfuric acid supplies have been disrupted due to the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
- China, the largest sulfuric acid producer, restricted exports in May 2026 to address market threats.
- Sulfuric acid prices have risen sharply, significantly impacting fertilizer and metal production worldwide.
- Chile and Indonesia are among the countries most affected by China's sulfuric acid export restrictions.

**Countries:** United States, Iran, China, Chile, Indonesia

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