SMM Analysis: China's Nickel Pig Iron Imports Rose 13% YoY in Jan-Feb, with Monthly Decline in Jan '25

Published: Mar 20, 2025 15:55

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SMM Analysis Flash: China's Total Nickel Pig Iron Imports Reached 1.8376 Million mt in January-February, Up 13% YoY

According to customs data, China's total nickel pig iron imports in January 2025 were 929,000 mt, down 6.7% MoM and up 4.4% YoY. In terms of metal content, the total nickel imports in January amounted to 116,400 mt (Ni contained), down about 6.6% MoM and up 0.5% YoY...

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