[SMM Analysis] China’s Zinc Concentrate Imports Fell in June — Will Volumes Stay Weak in July?
According to the latest China Customs data, China imported 362.8 kt (gross weight) of zinc concentrate in June 2026, down 8.51% MoM (or 51.1 kt) but up 9.97% YoY. Cumulative imports for January–June 2026 reached 2.7616 million tonnes (gross weight), representing a 8.98% increase from the same period last year.