China's imports of other antimony ores and concentrates continued to rise slightly in November 【SMM Report】

According to SMM estimates, the production of first-grade sodium pyroantimonate in China in April 2026 is expected to decrease slightly compared to the previous month, with a decline of less than 1%. The output remains largely stable with no significant trend observed. Many market participants indicate that it remains to be seen whether the peak demand season of the second quarter will gradually arrive.

According to a report by the Burma News International (BNI) on May 4, 2026, a mining site near Three Pagoda Pass (the Three Pagodas area) in Myanmar was recently hit by an airstrike. Miners have fled to the town of Three Pagodas for shelter, and mining operations have been forced to halt. Informed market sources suggest that the Three Pagodas area primarily produces lead and antimony ore. Given the current situation, resuming antimony production after a ceasefire could take a considerable amount of time. Moreover, the challenges facing mining operations are not limited to the impact of war and the upcoming rainy season — they may also include shortages of fuel and explosives.

Shanghai Metals Market (SMM), May 6th – Lengshuijiang Junti Antimony Supply Chain Co., Ltd. announced today that, adhering to the principles of fairness, openness, and impartiality, the company will conduct a public procurement tender for No. 1 Antimony Ingot. The tender project covers 200 tonnes of No. 1 Antimony Ingot. Bids must be submitted to the email address 79178470@qq.com before the deadline of 12:00 PM (Beijing Time) on May 8, 2026. The bid opening will take place at 3:00 PM (Beijing Time) on May 8, 2026.