NPI Imports of China in March Rose 28.8% on the Year

Published: Apr 21, 2022 11:13

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China's imports of NPI in March were 430,056 mt, up 32.5% on the month and 28.8% on the year.

Data from the General Administration of Customs shows that China's imports of NPI in March were 430,056 mt, up 32.5% on the month and 28.8% on the year. Indonesia is the largest supplier, with imports amounting to 386,730 mt in March, up 35.9% MoM and 39.5% YoY.

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