China’s Bauxite Imports Hit 26.72 Mln Mt During January-May, with Shandong Weiqiao Pioneering Group Accounting for 51%

SHANGHAI, Jun. 28 (SMM) – China Customs data show that China imported 26.72 million mt of bauxite during January-May. SMM data indicate that Shandong Weiqiao Pioneering Group alone accounts for 51% of total imports.  

Domestic alumina producers reliant on imported bauxite include Shandong Weiqiao Pioneering Group, Shandong Chiping Xinfa Alumina, Bosai Minerals Group, Shandong Lubei Chemical, Shandong Nanshan Longkou Donghai Alumina and Chalco (Shandong), representing a combined alumina capacity of 17.4 million mt.