May Copper Scrap Import Data

Published: Jun 22, 2026 11:48

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[General Administration of Customs Latest Data] In May 2026, China imported 191,000 mt in physical content of copper scrap and shredded copper scrap, down 9.78% MoM and up 3.14% YoY. January-May 2026 cumulative imports reached 1.0306 million mt in physical content, cumulative up 7.11% YoY. (HS code: 74040000)

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