China's Selenium Exports and Imports Drop in July 2026, Despite Yearly Growth Trends

Published: Aug 21, 2026 17:31

According to customs data, China’s export volume of selenium‑related items stood at 136.0 tonnes in July 2026, down 76.0 tonnes month‑on‑month, representing a decrease of 35.8%. The average monthly export of selenium‑related items reached 152.6 tonnes for January‑July 2026, rising by 11.8 tonnes or 8.4% compared with the same period in 2025.

China’s import volume of selenium‑related items was 47.0 tonnes in July 2026, a month‑on‑month drop of 57.0 tonnes, equivalent to a 54.8% decline. For January‑July 2026, the average monthly import of selenium‑related items amounted to 81.8 tonnes, an increase of 22.4 tonnes or 37.8% versus the same period of 2025.

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According to customs data, China’s export volume of selenium‑related i - Shanghai Metals Market (SMM)