China's Antimony Ingot Production Drops 27% in May 2026, Showing Significant Decline

Antimony prices maintained a steep downward trend this week. Entering the first half of June, overall market trading activity remained sluggish. End buyers stayed largely on the sidelines, purchasing only to meet immediate demand with a cautious stance. Nevertheless, certain enterprises faced mounting mid-year sales pressure and ramped up shipments. Recent selling prices from suppliers, particularly for antimony oxide, saw substantial price concessions. Suppliers prioritized moving inventory, which drove a rapid slump in market prices.

SMM, June 10 — A mining development company in Yunnan is set to carry out its 2026 concentrate sales plan, conducting a public inquiry-based sale of antimony concentrate containing 150 tonnes of antimony. The starting bid coefficient is 77%, with a deposit of RMB 100,000. The transaction location is Chuxiong City, Yunnan Province. Bidding commences at 15:00 on June 12, 2026.