South Korea Zinc Exports Fall Remarkably in H1 2017, Imports Grow

Published: Aug 8, 2017 11:49
South Korea’s zinc raw material exports posted sharp declines in the first half of 2017, while imports grew slightly.

SHANGHAI, Aug. 8 (SMM) - South Korea’s zinc raw material exports posted sharp declines in the first half of 2017, while imports grew slightly.

Zinc Inventories Hold Stable in China Major Markets, SMM Reports

The country’s zinc raw material exports were 274,000 tonnes in H1 2017, down 6.1% on a yearly basis, according to the Korea International Trade Association (KITA). 

China Imported Zinc Supply to Grow as Import Profit Window Reopens, SMM Says

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