China Zinc Concentrate TCs Little Changed, SMM Reports

Published: May 2, 2017 11:25

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TCs of domestic zinc concentrate (50%) were steady last week and traded at 3,700-4,100 yuan per tonne (zinc content), according to SMM data.

SHANGHAI, May. 2 (SMM) – TCs of domestic zinc concentrate (50%) were steady last week and traded at 3,700-4,100 yuan per tonne (zinc content), according to SMM data.

TCs for imported zinc concentrate (50%) were quoted at $30-50 per dry metric tonne (DMT).

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Production at most mines was stable, with the exception of some in Hunan, Yunnan, Guangxi and Sichuan, SMM reported. Output grew slightly, but concentrate supply remained in tightness.

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