Silicon Metal Production in May

Published: May 29, 2026 18:01
According to SMM data, silicon metal production in May was 331,300 mt, up 3.6% MoM and up 7.6% YoY. Cumulative silicon metal production from January to May 2026 was 1.6319 million mt, up 6% YoY.

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According to SMM data, silicon metal production in May was 331,300 mt, - Shanghai Metals Market (SMM)