Zinc Concentrates Market Faces Supply Concerns as Disruptions in Iran, Australia Persist

Published: Mar 13, 2026 18:52

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[Imported Zinc Concentrates Market] Disruptions in Iran and Australia persisted recently, and the market’s concern over zinc concentrates supply continued. This week, traders of imported zinc ore continued to lower spot quotes. It was learned that some recent offers for bulk cargoes of zinc-rich zinc concentrates fell to negative prices.

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