South China Aluminum Smelter Resumes Ingot Casting, Cuts Rod Output Amid Market Pressures

Published: Nov 7, 2025 12:47

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According to market feedback and verified information, due to significant inventory pressure on aluminum semis, an aluminum smelter in south China officially resumed its aluminum casting ingot business starting in November. The proportion of liquid aluminum is expected to decrease from 100% to 75%, with the end date yet to be determined. Meanwhile, due to weak demand in the aluminum rod market and intensified regional competition, the enterprise has adjusted its aluminum rod production lines, resulting in a sharp 70% reduction in daily rod production. Aluminum billet production also experienced a partial synchronous decrease. According to enterprise feedback, the newly produced aluminum ingots currently demonstrate good market liquidity and smooth shipments. Additionally, another aluminum smelter within the same group in a different region has also initiated casting ingot operations, though the specific production scale has not yet been clarified. SMM will continue to track, verify, and update relevant information.

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