Domestic Bauxite Imports Up 16.6% MoM in May 2026, Up 31.9% YoY

Published: Jun 18, 2026 15:40

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According to data from the General Administration of Customs, in May 2026, China imported 23.03 million mt of aluminum ores and concentrates, up 16.6% MoM and up 31.9% YoY; cumulative imports in January-May reached 100.69 million mt, up 18.5% YoY.

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