Baiyin Nonferrous Group Completes Tender Sale of 220 Tonnes of Crude Cadmium Amid Strong Market Demand

Published: Oct 12, 2026 11:48 (GMT+8)

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SMM News, October 12: SMM has learned that Northwest Lead‑Zinc Smelter of Baiyin Nonferrous Group completed the successful public tender sale of approximately 220 tonnes of crude cadmium over the past weekend.

According to official information, the transaction price was concluded at a small discount to SMM average price for 1# cadmium.

Market participants commented that given the recent strong cadmium prices, the completed tender at a firm price reflects robust market demand.

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