[SMM Copper News] According to data from the General Administration of Customs, China imported 36,800 mt of copper scrap ingots (red/purple copper ingots) (HS code: 74031900) in July 2025, up 6% MoM and up 62% YoY. By country, the top three import sources in July were Zambia (11,600 mt), Pakistan (4,200 mt), and Chile (3,200 mt). From January-July 2025, cumulative imports of copper scrap ingots (red/purple copper ingots) reached 263,500 mt, up 102% YoY.