Galvanizing Operating Rate Up in Q1 with Regional Variations

Published: Apr 18, 2025 13:48

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【SMM News】The overall operating rate of galvanizing increased in Q1, but the performance varied across east China, north China, and south China. The operating rate in north China rebounded rapidly in Q1. The region mainly produces galvanized pipes, and infrastructure projects resumed normal operations in March. However, galvanized pipe traders did not stockpile heavily before the new year due to concerns over tariffs. After the new year, ferrous metals prices stabilized due to production cuts by steel mills, and traders maintained a good pace of restocking.

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