Zinc social inventories grow 2,700 mt over weekend 

Published: Sep 2, 2019 11:45
Sustained arrivals from Guangdong grew stocks in Shanghai

SHANGHAI, Sep 2 (SMM) – Zinc social inventories across Shanghai, Tianjin and Guangdong rebounded over the weekend as sustained arrivals from Guangdong grew stocks in Shanghai. 

SMM data showed that stocks across the three areas rose 2,700 mt from Friday August 30 and by 5,500 mt from Monday August 26 to stand at 141,400 mt as of Monday September 2.

Maintenance across smelters in north China and transport issues affected shipment to warehouses in Tianjin during the weekend. 

Data Source Statement: Except for publicly available information, all other data are processed by SMM based on publicly available information, market communication, and relying on SMM‘s internal database model. They are for reference only and do not constitute decision-making recommendations.

For any inquiries or to learn more information, please contact: lemonzhao@smm.cn
For more information on how to access our research reports, please contact:service.en@smm.cn
Related News
North China Mine Sets March Zinc Concentrates Tender at 2,300 Yuan/mt with Profit-Sharing
Mar 13, 2026 18:52
North China Mine Sets March Zinc Concentrates Tender at 2,300 Yuan/mt with Profit-Sharing
Read More
North China Mine Sets March Zinc Concentrates Tender at 2,300 Yuan/mt with Profit-Sharing
North China Mine Sets March Zinc Concentrates Tender at 2,300 Yuan/mt with Profit-Sharing
[Zinc Concentrates Tender] According to SMM, the March tender price for self pick-up at the mine for zinc concentrates at a mine in North China was around 2,300 yuan/mt in metal content (including the 20/80 profit-sharing arrangement), with the enriched metal not priced. SMM will continue to monitor subsequent changes in processing fees.
Mar 13, 2026 18:52
Zinc Concentrates Market Faces Supply Concerns as Disruptions in Iran, Australia Persist
Mar 13, 2026 18:52
Zinc Concentrates Market Faces Supply Concerns as Disruptions in Iran, Australia Persist
Read More
Zinc Concentrates Market Faces Supply Concerns as Disruptions in Iran, Australia Persist
Zinc Concentrates Market Faces Supply Concerns as Disruptions in Iran, Australia Persist
[Imported Zinc Concentrates Market] Disruptions in Iran and Australia persisted recently, and the market’s concern over zinc concentrates supply continued. This week, traders of imported zinc ore continued to lower spot quotes. It was learned that some recent offers for bulk cargoes of zinc-rich zinc concentrates fell to negative prices.
Mar 13, 2026 18:52
Secondary Zinc Oxide Payables Remained Relatively Firm, How Will They Perform in March [SMM Analysis]
Mar 13, 2026 16:58
Secondary Zinc Oxide Payables Remained Relatively Firm, How Will They Perform in March [SMM Analysis]
Read More
Secondary Zinc Oxide Payables Remained Relatively Firm, How Will They Perform in March [SMM Analysis]
Secondary Zinc Oxide Payables Remained Relatively Firm, How Will They Perform in March [SMM Analysis]
Secondary Zinc Oxide Production Fell in February, While Secondary Zinc Oxide Payables Remained Relatively Firm. What Trend Will Secondary Zinc Oxide Show in March?
Mar 13, 2026 16:58
Zinc social inventories grow 2,700 mt over weekend  - Shanghai Metals Market (SMM)