Silicon Metal Exports Rise 4% MoM in Aug 2025, Imports Drop 67% YoY

Published: Sep 22, 2025 11:43
[Silicon Metal Exports Maintained MoM Increase in August 2025] Customs data showed that in terms of exports, silicon metal exports reached 76,600 mt in August 2025, up 4% MoM and up 18% YoY. Cumulative silicon metal exports from January to August 2025 totaled 491,400 mt, up 2% YoY. In terms of imports, China's silicon metal imports stood at 1,300 mt in August 2025. Cumulative imports from January to August reached 6,700 mt, down 67% YoY.

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