China imported 4.07 million metric tons of copper, copper alloy and semifinished products in 2011, a decline of 5.1% from 2010.

China's Imports Slow In December But Remain At Elevated Levels

SHANGHAI, Jan 09, 2012 (Dow Jones) -- China imported 4.07 million metric tons of copper, copper alloy and semifinished products in 2011, a decline of 5.1% from 2010, preliminary data provided by the General Administration of Customs showed Tuesday. 
 
December imports rose 48% compared with a year earlier, to 508,942 tons, and increased 13% from November, Customs said. 
 
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