A Zinc Smelter in North China Recently Began Shutdown for Maintenance

Published: Jun 23, 2026 11:56

Save

According to SMM, a zinc smelter in north China commenced a production halt for maintenance on June 21. The maintenance is expected to last around 20 days, during which no zinc ingot output will be produced.

Data Source Statement: Except for publicly available information, all other data are processed by SMM based on publicly available information, market communication, and relying on SMM's internal database model. They are for reference only and do not constitute decision-making recommendations.

For any inquiries or for more information, please contact: lemonzhao@smm.cn

For more information on how to access our research reports, please contact:service.en@smm.cn

Related News

Common.Time.minsAgo

SHFE Zinc Prices Fluctuate, East China Market Sees Oversupply and Sluggish Demand

【East China Refined Zinc Market】Recently, SHFE zinc prices have continued to fluctuate within a range. Amid the seasonal demand slowdown, downstream enterprises have seen weak order intake, resulting in subdued demand for zinc ingots. As a result, zinc ingot inventories in the East China market have continued to build, reflecting an overall oversupplied market balance. Spot trading activity has remained sluggish, leading to a modest decline in spot premiums.

Common.Time.minsAgo

[SMM Analysis] Korea Renews Anti-Dumping Measures! What Lies Ahead for China's Galvanized Steel Exports in June?

According to the latest customs data, China's galvanized steel sheet exports reached 1.2075 million metric tons in May 2026, up 2.67% month-on-month and 8.36% year-on-year. Cumulative exports for January–May 2026 totaled 5.6348 million metric tons, down 2.71% year-on-year.

Common.Time.minsAgo

Australia Terminates Anti-Dumping Probe on South Korean, Vietnamese Galvanised Steel Sheets

On June 19, 2026, the Australian Anti-Dumping Commission issued Notice No. 2026/088, terminating the anti-dumping investigation on galvanised sheet [Zinc Coated (Galvanised) Steel] imported from South Korea and Vietnam, following the withdrawal application submitted by the applicant BlueScope Steel Limited. Previously, on May 22, 2026, the Commission issued Notice No. 2026/071, initiating an anti-dumping investigation on galvanised sheet imported from South Korea and Vietnam, in response to an application filed by Australian domestic enterprise BlueScope Steel Limited.

Common.Time.minsAgo