[SMM Copper Flash] Sulfur Inventories Diverge Among DRC Copper Enterprises, Some Inventories Are Critically Low

Published: May 6, 2026 14:48

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According to SMM's on-site survey, sulfur inventories among local copper smelters in the DRC showed significant divergence, with inventory levels ranging from half a month to 3 months, and some approaching the warning threshold.

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