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Home / Metal News / China Releases Copper Scrap Imports and Steel Scrap Exports Data June-July

China Releases Copper Scrap Imports and Steel Scrap Exports Data June-July

Aug 23, 2017 15:27

China copper scrap imports increased 2.9% in July, according to China Customs.

SHANGHAI, Aug. 23 (SMM) – China copper scrap imports increased 2.9% in July, according to China Customs.

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Steel scrap exports were 170,337 tonnes in July, and 201,680 tonnes in June.

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