China's Zinc Oxide Exports Surge, Imports See Modest Growth in Q1

Published: Apr 21, 2025 13:22

According to customs data, China's zinc oxide export and import situation is as follows:

Export side, March exports were 1,280.23 mt, up 60.75% MoM and up 41.44% YoY. Cumulative exports from January to March were 3,465.72 mt, up 34.51% YoY.

Import side, March imports were 495.37 mt, up 35.58% MoM and up 35.26% YoY. Cumulative imports from January to March were 1,421.55 mt, down 10.08% YoY.

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