Chinese Aluminum Foil Makers Turn to Domestic Market as Anti-Dumping Hurts Exports, SMM Says

Published: Jun 27, 2017 15:24

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Light gauge aluminum foil producers in China reported sharp fall in export orders as a result of anti-dumping ruling by India and anti-dumping investigation by the US, SMM learned.

SHANGHAI, Jun. 27 (SMM) – Light gauge aluminum foil producers in China reported sharp fall in export orders as a result of anti-dumping ruling by India and anti-dumping investigation by the US, SMM learned.

One light gauge aluminum foil producer in Henan told SMM that its competitors are competing for share in domestic market against setbacks in overseas market.

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SMM expects competition to intensify further in domestic light gauge aluminum foil market.

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